Student Bus Services Routes CC9 and CC10 - Cambridge Regional College

CAMBRIDGE REGIONAL COLLEGE

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Tender

05 Jun 2026 at 12:28

Summary of the contracting process

Cambridge Regional College is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "Student Bus Services Routes CC9 and CC10." This procurement process, under the open procedure method, aims to re-tender the provision of student bus transport services to its campuses located in Cambridge and Huntingdon, United Kingdom. The tender focuses on the "Hire of buses and coaches with driver" industry category. Interested parties should be aware that the submission deadline for tenders is 30th June 2026, with award decisions expected by 3rd July 2026. This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the transportation sector, particularly those capable of providing high-quality bus services while incorporating technology such as QR code scanning, as required by the college.

This contract opportunity could significantly bolster business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in bus hire with drivers. With a weighting of 50% on price and additional criteria focusing on methodology, continuity, social value, and environmental sustainability, this tender is well-suited for companies that can provide cost-effective and reliable transportation solutions. The contract period is set to begin on 27th August 2026 and extend up to three years, with potential renewal options. Businesses that are adaptable and capable of accommodating route amendments during the term of the contract will find this an attractive opportunity to establish or expand their footprint in the educational service market.

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Notice Title

Student Bus Services Routes CC9 and CC10 - Cambridge Regional College

Notice Description

Cambridge Regional College is seeking tenders for the provision of student bus transport to its two campuses which are located within Cambridge and Huntingdon. The College is re-tendering two routes CC9 and CC10 travelling to and from our Cambridge Campus. Cambridge Regional College uses Shuttle ID for students to pay towards their bus passes therefore there will be no requirement for successful contractors to collect payment however each student will need to provide a QR code for the bus driver to scan using a tablet provided by the College. Please refer to Document 1 attached to this tender for details of this tender including routes and lots.

Lot Information

Route CC9

Route commences at Eaton Socon

Options: Stops and routes may be amended by Cambridge Regional College during the contract period

Renewal: Two x One year extension options by mutual agreement of parties to contract

Route CC10

Route commences at St Neots Market Square - Refer to Tender Document 3 Section A for Option

Options: Stops and routes may be amended by Cambridge Regional College during the contract period

Renewal: Two x One year extension options by mutual agreement of parties to contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aeb9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053334-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 20265 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Aug 2026 - 27 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAMBRIDGE REGIONAL COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBRIDGE
Postcode
CB4 2QT
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLH1 East Anglia

Local Authority
South Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward
Milton & Waterbeach
Westminster Constituency
Ely and East Cambridgeshire

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