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Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Angus Council

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08 Jul 2026 at 16:28

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23 Apr 2026 at 16:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent public procurement process initiated by Angus Council involves a comprehensive tender for the supply of School Transport Services commencing in August 2026. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the transport industry with CPV classification of buses and coaches. The procurement covers various school conveyance routes within the area of Angus, UKM71. Initially active for participation as of April 23, 2026, the procurement has moved to the award phase where contracts have been signed with various suppliers. Notable dates include the contract start on August 18, 2026, with a potential extension up to 2029, should renewal options be exercised. The procurement method used was the open procedure, reflecting a transparent and competitive process to accommodate a wide range of suppliers.

For businesses in the transport sector, particularly those offering bus, coach, or specialised road passenger-transport services, this tender represents a significant growth opportunity. The procurement process allowed multiple lots per supplier, increasing the appeal for operators with extensive route capabilities. Successful bidders such as Wisharts (Friockheim) Ltd, Shorts Travel Ltd, and others demonstrate that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in passenger transport are well-poised to meet the criteria set by the contracting authority. With considerations for passenger benefit, environmental management, and fair work practices, businesses with robust policies in these areas can find this tender to be a promising avenue for expanding their portfolio in public transportation services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Notice Description

Tenders are being sought for a number of School conveyance contracts. Operators may bid for as many of these routes as they wish

Lot Information

AC/2 Montrose Academy to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

A/16 Hallys Garage to Murroes Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

AC/3 Forfar Academy to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

AC/5 Carnoustie High School to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

AC/6 Carnoustie High School to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

AC/8 Lindsay Street Kirriemuir to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

AC/9 Monifieth High School to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

AC/10 Monifieth High School to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

B/9 Huntlyhill R/E to Stracathro Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

K/3 Glenprosen Village to Cortachy Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

K/13 Hilton of Fern Cottages R/E to Tannadice Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

K/13a Hilton of Fern Cottages R/E to Tannadice Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

K/23 Castle Street Hall Newtyle to Websters High School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

K/23a Castle Street Hall Newtyle to Websters High School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

ASD/1 Milne's Land Kirriemuir to Kingspark School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

ASD/2 Rossie Street Arbroath to Kingspark School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

ASD/6 Callander Drive Forfar to Kingspark School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

ASD/8 Newry Green Strathmartine to Kingspark School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

ASP/11 Kirklea Milton Carmyllie to Arbroath High School and Inverbrothock Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

ASP/12 Seafield Road Arbroath to Arbroath High School and Ladyloan Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0689f5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064385-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

34121000 - Buses and coaches

60112000 - Public road transport services

60120000 - Taxi services

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport

60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

60171000 - Hire of passenger cars with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,646,225 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20215 years ago
Contract Period
18 Aug 2026 - 1 Jul 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Active, Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Angus Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FORFAR
Postcode
DD8 1AN
Postcode Area
Dundee
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City
Local Authority
Angus
Electoral Ward
Forfar and District
Westminster Constituency
Angus and Perthshire Glens

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
7
Supplier Names

64 TRANSFER LTD

Fairway Travel (Scotland) Limited

Red Line Coaches Limited

Scotblue Ltd

Shorts Travel Ltd

Wisharts (Friockheim) Ltd

Z & H Travel Ltd

Further Information

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