This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Jun 2023 at 16:46

Tender

31 Mar 2023 at 08:38

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the WLC Winchburgh Bus Kick Start project led by West Lothian Council is at the planning stage. The project involves hiring buses and coaches with drivers to connect Winchburgh with Livingston in West Lothian. The tender status is active with a contract value of GBP 225,000. The tender period ends on May 1, 2023, and the bid opening is scheduled for the same day. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the contract includes community benefit clauses.

This tender opportunity presents a chance for businesses in the services sector, particularly those in transportation, to compete for a contract with West Lothian Council. Companies with experience in providing bus services and a focus on community benefits and sustainability will be well-suited to participate. The tender process includes criteria related to potential growth assessments, service quality, and fair work policies. Successful bidders have the opportunity to contribute to the economic, social, and environmental objectives of the council through their service provision.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

WLC Winchburgh Bus Kick Start

Notice Description

Due to the expansion of Winchburgh, a service connecting it with Livingston is seen as an important route. It is anticipated that in time this route would prove to be commercially viable, but initial funding will help operators to trial this opportunity whilst business grows.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Due to the expansion of Winchburgh, a bus service connecting it with Livingston is seen as an important route. It is anticipated that in time this route would prove to be commercially viable, but initial funding will help operators to trial this opportunity whilst business grows. Additional information: Re: SPD Q3D.1, 3D.2 and 3D.3 Bidders should answer these questions on Environmental, social and labour law in relation to compliance with the regulations covering Scotland and the UK.

Renewal: If funding allows the contract may be extended for up to 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03b78d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016934-2023
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jun 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jun 20233 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Unsuccessful
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
West Lothian Council
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVINGSTON
Postcode
EH54 6FF
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM14 West Lothian
Delivery Location
TLM78 West Lothian

Local Authority
West Lothian
Electoral Ward
Livingston South
Westminster Constituency
Livingston

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