Tender

Weymouth and Kingston Maurward College Invitation to Tender for Student Transport Services

WEYMOUTH COLLEGE

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Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 11:54

Summary of the contracting process

Weymouth College has released an active invitation to tender for Student Transport Services in collaboration with Kingston Maurward College, covering the period from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2028, with optional two 12-month extension periods. This tender is categorised under transport services excluding waste transport (CPV code 60000000) and targets the Dorset region (UKK25). The tender process is at the 'Tender' stage, and the procurement method adopted is an open procedure. Interested suppliers must submit their applications electronically or in writing by 28th March 2025. Relevant contract details and documentation can be accessed through the specified submission portal, and the final bid opening is scheduled for the same date (28th March 2025).

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, offering significant potential for business growth by securing multi-year contracts with reputable educational institutions. Ideal contenders will be those who can provide efficient, reliable, and quality transport services tailored to the needs of the students at Weymouth College and Kingston Maurward College. Suppliers with strong accreditation, proven experience in the sector, and the ability to meet the procurement criteria stand a good chance of success. This opportunity is well-suited for businesses aiming to expand their operations within the educational transport services industry.

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Notice Title

Weymouth and Kingston Maurward College Invitation to Tender for Student Transport Services

Notice Description

Weymouth and Kingston Maurward College Invitation to Tender for Student Transport Services. 1st September 2025 - 31st August 2028 (With Optional 2x 12-Month Extension Periods)

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Weymouth College

Weymouth College

Options: 60 month(s) from the commencement date, with 36 initial month(s) and option to extend 2x12 month(s)

Lot 2 - Kingston Maurward College (including Dorset Studio School)

Kingston Maurward College (including Dorset Studio School)

Options: 60 month(s) from the commencement date, with 36 initial month(s) and option to extend 2x12 month(s)

Lot 3 - Both Colleges

Both Colleges

Options: 60 month(s) from the commencement date, with 36 initial month(s) and option to extend 2x12 month(s)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e633
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006642-2025
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

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEYMOUTH COLLEGE
Additional Buyers

KINGSTON MAURWARD COLLEGE

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
e.metcalfe@thecpc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1305215123, +44 1305761100

Buyer Location

Locality
WEYMOUTH
Postcode
DT4 7LQ
Post Town
Dorchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
TLK25 Dorset

Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Charminster St Mary's
Westminster Constituency
West Dorset

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