Tender

Provision of Transport Services

NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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09 Jan 2017 at 00:00

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07 Dec 2016 at 00:00

Tender

29 Nov 2016 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

North Ayrshire Council is currently inviting suppliers to apply for the tender titled "Provision of Transport Services," which falls under the services category. This procurement process is ongoing, with the deadline for submissions extended to 13th February 2017. The council is based in Irvine, UK, and the procurement method employed is a dynamic purchasing system (DPS) which involves a two-stage selection process. Suppliers will undergo initial assessment through completion of the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) and a minimum conditions document, with potential contracts spanning ad-hoc journeys and longer-term services throughout the North Ayrshire area.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those specialising in transport services that cater to a wide range of needs including wheelchair accessible vehicles. Companies that possess relevant insurance covers, such as public liability, and can demonstrate quality service delivery will be well-suited to compete. The DPS framework encourages newcomers and experienced firms alike, as it allows for ongoing applications, thus providing a platform for sustained engagement with the council's procurement activities over a minimum four-year term.

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Notice Title

Provision of Transport Services

Notice Description

North Ayrshire Council invites suppliers to apply to join the Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the Supply of Transport Services, which includes ad-hoc journey provision. The DPS is a two stage process. First, in the initial set-up stage, all suppliers who meet the selection criteria and are not excluded, will be admitted to the DPS. This is assessed through the completion of ESPD and minimum conditions document. The DPS will include Ad-hoc hires and longer term contracts across the North Ayrshire Council locale.

Lot Information

Planned journeys - No escort required

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Ad hoc journeys - No escort required

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Planned journeys - Escort provided (by NAC)

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Ad hoc journeys - Escort provided (by NAC)

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Planned journeys - Escort required (to be provided by service provider)

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Ad hoc journeys - Escort required (to be provided by service provider)

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Planned journeys - Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle to accommodate 1 wheelchair, plus escort, Tail-lift

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Ad hoc journeys - Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle to accommodate 1 wheelchair, plus escort, Tail-lift

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Planned journeys - Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle to accommodate 1 wheelchair, plus escort, Tail-lift/Ramp

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Ad hoc journeys - Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle to accommodate 1 wheelchair, plus escort, Tail-lift/Ramp

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Planned journeys - Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle to accommodate 2 wheelchairs, plus escort Tail-lift

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Ad hoc journeys - Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle to accommodate 2 wheelchairs, plus escort Tail-lift

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Planned journeys - Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle to accommodate 2 wheelchairs, plus escort Tail-lift/Ramp

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Ad hoc journeys - Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle to accommodate 2 wheelchairs, plus escort Tail-lift/Ramp

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Planned journeys - Escort with Sign Language Qualification

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Ad hoc journeys - Escort with Sign Language Qualification

Please see ESPD and minimum conditions documents

Renewal: The DPS will remain live for a minimum of 4 years from the date of commencement

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000472666
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN269089
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F14 - Corrigendum
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,794,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£9,794,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jan 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Further notices will be issued 2020

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@north-ayrshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1294324730

Buyer Location

Locality
IRVINE
Postcode
KA12 8EE
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire, TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute

Local Authority
North Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Irvine South
Westminster Constituency
Central Ayrshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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