Tender

Student Transport 2024

BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE

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Tender

11 Mar 2024 at 15:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Bridgwater and Taunton College has initiated a tender process for the Student Transport Service 2024. This procurement involves road transport services under the main procurement category of services. The service will provide transport for students and staff across various locations, with multiple lots available. The contract period is set to start on September 1, 2024, with a total contract value of £400,000. The deadline for tender submissions is April 30, 2024, and the award period is expected to begin on the same day.

This tender presents business growth opportunities for transport service providers who can meet the specific requirements outlined by the College. Potential suppliers need to demonstrate compliance with statutory regulations related to vehicle operations, driver competence, and safety standards. Businesses with experience in providing transport services for educational institutions and events will be well-suited to compete in this tender. The contract offers opportunities for long-term partnerships with the College, contributing to the enhancement of student transport services in the region.

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Notice Title

Student Transport 2024

Notice Description

The aim of the Student Transport Service will be to provide high quality transport for the students and staff of the College. There are 6 lots available within this provision. Lot 1 - MOD Abbeywood to Bridgwater and Taunton College (BTC) Lot 2 - Weston-Super-Mare and Worle to BTC (Bridgwater Campus) - 2 ROUTES. Addition - One of these services needs to continue on to the Cannington Campus and Agricultural Innovation Centre, Rodway Farm (AIC);Lot 3 - Castle Cary/Shepton Mallett to BTC (Bridgwater Campus ) Lot 4 - Yeovil to BTC (Bridgwater Campus) Lot 5 - Tiverton to BTC (Bridgwater Campus) Lot 6 - Ad Hoc Journeys

Lot Information

Lot 1 - MOD Abbeywood to Bridgwater and Taunton College

Lot 1 - MOD Abbeywood to Bridgwater and Taunton College (BTC)

Renewal: Extension Period will be 1 x 1 year.

Lot 2 - Lot 2 - Weston-Super-Mare and Worle to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)

Lot 2 - Weston-Super-Mare and Worle to BTC (Bridgwater Campus) - 2 ROUTES. Addition - One of these services needs to continue on to the Cannington Campus and Agricultural Innovation Centre, Rodway Farm (AIC);

Renewal: 1 x 1 year extension

Lot 3 - Castle Cary/Shepton Mallett to BTC (Bridgwater Campus )

Lot 3 - Castle Cary/Shepton Mallett to BTC (Bridgwater Campus )

Options: 1 x 1 year extension

Renewal: 1 x 1 year extension

Lot 4 - Yeovil to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)

Lot 4 - Yeovil to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)

Renewal: 1 x 1 year extension

Lot 5 - Tiverton to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)

Lot 5 - Tiverton to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)

Renewal: 1 x 1 Year extension

Lot 6 - Ad Hoc Journeys

There is a requirement on an ad hoc basis to transport students and staff locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally to sporting events and educational field trips, University visits, Airport runs, and Residential Visits as part of the students' curriculum.

Renewal: 1 x 1 year extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-044759
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007720-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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

60100000 - Road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE
Contact Name
Kirsty Ingle
Contact Email
inglek@btc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1278441214

Buyer Location

Locality
BRIDGWATER
Postcode
TA6 4PZ
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK23 Somerset CC

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bridgwater North & Central
Westminster Constituency
Bridgwater

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