Tender

Provision of School Transport Services - Mull (1166C)

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Tender

12 Nov 2025 at 10:55

Summary of the contracting process

Argyll and Bute Council is conducting a procurement process titled "Provision of School Transport Services – Mull (1166C)", under the services category with a focus on transport services. This initiative seeks a transport operator for school transportation on the Isle of Mull, operating under an open procedure procurement method. Key dates include the tender period ending on 12th December 2025, with the contract commencing on 5th January 2026 and concluding on 13th August 2030. The potential for a two-year renewal exists based on performance. Community benefits are integrated into this requirement, enhancing the local impact of the project.

This tender presents a significant business opportunity for transport service providers aiming to expand within the public sector. Companies with a strong background in delivering quality transport solutions will find this tender particularly attractive due to its substantial contract period and potential for renewal. Firms equipped to manage electronic submissions and adhere to the quality and price weightings are well-positioned to compete successfully. The project not only guarantees consistent business over several years but also boosts regional presence and service reputation, offering long-term growth potential for the successful bidder.

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Notice Title

Provision of School Transport Services - Mull (1166C)

Notice Description

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport on Mull.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport on Mull.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for up to 2 years at the option of Argyll and Bute Council, subject to satisfactory performance of the Contract and following discussions with the successful Tenderer.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05df4d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073068-2025
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
12 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 13 Aug 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
4 years, 7 months, 9 days or 6 years, 7 months, 9 days from award.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Annabel Travers
Contact Email
annabel.travers@argyll-bute.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

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