Tender

Troon Circular Bus Service

CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED

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Tender

11 Apr 2025 at 12:56

Summary of the contracting process

CalMac Ferries Limited is inviting tenders for the provision of a shuttlebus service during the temporary relocation of Ardrossan-Brodick ferry services to Troon, owing to harbour redevelopment works. The project, titled "Troon Circular Bus Service," falls under the industry category of hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver. The contract, valued at £2,735,200, requires coordination with local train schedules and ferry timings to ensure seamless passenger connectivity. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 12th May 2025. The service is expected to run for 720 days, with potential extensions of 2 x 12 months. All submissions must comply with the mandatory requirements, such as previous experience, operator licences, and insurance coverage.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for established transport service providers with a background in bus services to secure a substantial contract and contribute to servicing a key transport link in Ayrshire. Ideal candidates should have strong coordination capabilities to handle the dynamic interfacing of ferry and train schedules, ensuring smooth passenger transitions. With a focus on both technical and quality aspects (30%) and price (70%), businesses that can demonstrate high standards and cost-effectiveness will be well-positioned to compete. This contract could bolster a company's portfolio, enhance its reputation in public transport services, and foster long-term business growth.

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Notice Title

Troon Circular Bus Service

Notice Description

Troon Circular Bus Service

Lot Information

Lot 1

CalMac Ferries Ltd are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Service Provider for a transport service during the temporary relocation of Ardrossan-Brodick ferry services to Troon as a result of the construction phase of the Ardrossan harbour re-development project, the provision of a shuttlebus service is required to enable travel interchange and connectivity between the port and local railway station. It is a condition of the service that the shuttle bus will operate to the full CFL timetable. CFL expect the Service Provider to be fully aware of operational status of sailings and train arrivals to ensure passengers are met on arrival of sailings and trains. Full details are available in Invitation to Tender document is available in PCS-T.

Renewal: Optional Extensions available of 2 x 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050195
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014645-2025
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)

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,735,200 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 May 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
CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED
Contact Name
Alison Ure
Contact Email
alison.ure@calmac.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01475650243

Buyer Location

Locality
GOUROCK
Postcode
PA19 1QP
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM94 South Ayrshire

Local Authority
Inverclyde
Electoral Ward
Inverclyde West
Westminster Constituency
Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West

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