Tender

715768452 - The Assisted Travel Scheme for DM Glen Douglas - UK 4 Tender Notice

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT

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17 Mar 2026 at 14:22

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Equipment & Support organisation has issued a tender titled "715768452 - The Assisted Travel Scheme for DM Glen Douglas - UK 4 Tender Notice", under the industry category of transport services. This procurement process is open and currently at the tender stage with significant dates including an enquiry period ending on 13th April 2026 and a tender submission deadline on 27th April 2026. The tender involves the provision and operation of two coach services, required for weekday return journeys transporting staff to Defence Munitions Glen Douglas, located in the United Kingdom. The estimated contract value is £656,400 (gross), and the contract period extends from 29th June 2026 to 28th June 2029, with options for renewal and extension potentially up to 28th June 2032.

The open procedure offers a competitive opportunity for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly those experienced in coach operations and logistics. Companies capable of providing reliable travel solutions with the capacity for 30 passengers are well-suited to compete, especially given the procurement criteria prioritising the lowest price methodology. This tender allows business growth by engaging in dedicated services for a central government public authority, which could enhance reputation and long-term strategic partnerships. Interested parties can submit their proposals electronically, ensuring accessibility and streamlined engagement in the procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

715768452 - The Assisted Travel Scheme for DM Glen Douglas - UK 4 Tender Notice

Notice Description

The Authority has a requirement for the provision and operation of 2 Coach Services, each with the capacity to transport up to 30 passengers, which are required for return journeys on weekdays to transport staff from designated pick-up points to Defence Munitions Glen Douglas and back to the designated pick-up points.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: 3 x 1 Year Options

Renewal: Possible extension to 28th June 2032

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066c5d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024118-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - 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
£547,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£547,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Apr 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT & SUPPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS34 8JH
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Stoke Park & Cheswick
Westminster Constituency
Filton and Bradley Stoke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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