Tender

Provision of School Teacher Transport (Isles) - Re-Issue

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Jul 2018 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council is seeking tenders for the "Provision of School Teacher Transport (Isles) - Re-Issue." This project, categorised under General public services and Transport, aims to facilitate the conveyance of teachers and council officials to schools within the Orkney Islands, specifically from airstrips and ferries over a span of 195 school days. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with an end date for submissions set for 31st August 2018. Interested bidders should ensure their proposals are submitted electronically via the specified method before the deadline.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in transportation and logistics, particularly those experienced in providing reliable services for remote communities. Companies with the capability to manage school transport efficiently across the Orkney Islands, especially those who can demonstrate a strong track record in similar contracts, are encouraged to apply. Given the potential for contract renewal, there is also room for long-term engagement with Orkney Islands Council, making this an attractive prospect for service providers in the region.

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Notice Title

Provision of School Teacher Transport (Isles) - Re-Issue

Notice Description

The Authority has a requirement for School Teacher Transport for the conveyance of teachers and OIC officials visiting the schools from airstrips and / or ferries to and from schools, during the school year (195 days).

Lot Information

ST - Eday

The Authority has a requirement for school teacher transport to provide the safe, reliable and flexible conveyance of teachers and OIC officials visiting the schools from airstrips and/or piers to and from Eday school morning and/or afternoon, during the school year (195 days) to the outlying island of Eday.

Renewal: Option for 2 x 12 month extensions

ST - Papa Westray

The Authority has a requirement for school teacher transport to provide the safe, reliable and flexible conveyance of teachers and OIC officials visiting the schools from the airstrip to and from Papa Westray school morning and/or afternoon, during the school year (195 days) to the outlying island of Papa Westray.

Renewal: Option for 2 x 12 month extensions

ST - Rousay

The Authority has a requirement for school teacher transport to provide the safe, reliable and flexible conveyance of teachers and OIC officials visiting the schools from the pier to and from Rousay school morning and / or afternoon, during the school year (195 days) to the outlying island of Rousay.

Renewal: Option for 2 x 12 month extensions

ST - Sanday

The Authority has a requirement for school teacher transport to provide the safe, reliable and flexible conveyance of teachers and OIC officials visiting the schools from airstrips and / or pier to and from Sanday Junior High school morning and / or afternoon, during the school year (195 days) to the outlying island of Sanday.

Renewal: Option for 2 x 12 month extensions

ST - Stronsay

The Authority has a requirement for school teacher transport to provide the safe, reliable and flexible conveyance of teachers and OIC officials visiting the schools from the airstrip and/or pier to and from Stronsay Junior High school morning and/or afternoon, during the school year (195 days) to the outlying island of Stronsay.

Renewal: Option for 2 x 12 month extensions

ST - Westray

The Authority has a requirement for school teacher transport to provide the safe, reliable and flexible conveyance of teachers and OIC officials visiting the schools from the airstrip and/or pier to and from Westray Junior High School morning and/or afternoon, during the school year (195 days) to the outlying island of Westray.

Renewal: Option for 2 x 12 month extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000550763
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL325550
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract 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

60112000 - Public road transport services

60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£71,571 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Oct 2018 - 30 Oct 2019 6-12 months
Recurrence
July 2021

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
developmentandinfrastructure@orkney.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
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
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

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