Planning

Request for Information/Market Research - Aberdeen City - Express P&R Bus Service

ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

14 Mar 2019 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Aberdeen City Council is initiating a planned procurement process for the "Request for Information/Market Research - Aberdeen City - Express P&R Bus Service." This tender focuses on services related to developing future contractual arrangements for a shuttle bus service between Craibstone Park and Ride and Aberdeen City Centre. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, with the buyer based in Aberdeen, UK. The notice was published on 14 March 2019, and suppliers are encouraged to respond by 3 June 2019 to shape future requirements and assist in market understanding.

This request for information presents opportunities for businesses in the transport and logistics sector, particularly those specialising in public transport services. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in shuttle bus operations and an understanding of effective service delivery will be well-suited to engage in this process. By participating, businesses can position themselves for potential future contracts related to public transport services in Aberdeen, fostering growth through responsive and innovative service offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Information/Market Research - Aberdeen City - Express P&R Bus Service

Notice Description

Request for Information. Aberdeen City Council is currently considering its options regarding the future of the contractual arrangements for a shuttle bus service between Craibstone Park and Ride (P&R) and Aberdeen City Centre. As part of our fact-finding process, The Council is inviting a number of suppliers to provide information requested in the attached "Request for Information" document. It is hoped this will assist Council staff in shaping their requirements for the future, understanding the current market and future developments, and developing the best value strategy for any future procurement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Request for Information Aberdeen City Council is currently considering its options regarding the future of the contractual arrangements for a shuttle bus service between Craibstone Park and Ride (P&R) and Aberdeen City Centre. As part of our fact-finding process, The Council is inviting a number of suppliers to provide information requested in the attached "Request for Information" document. It is hoped this will assist Council staff in shaping their requirements for the future, understanding the current market and future developments, and developing the best value strategy for any future procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000577354
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR348276
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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)

60100000 - Road transport services

60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles 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
14 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 Jun 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Chris Cormack
Contact Email
publictransport@aberdeencity.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1467530600

Buyer Location

Locality
ABERDEEN
Postcode
AB16 5GB
Post Town
Aberdeen
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM5 North Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
Local Authority
Aberdeen City
Electoral Ward
Midstocket/Rosemount
Westminster Constituency
Aberdeen North

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR348276
    Request for Information/Market Research - Aberdeen City - Express P&R Bus Service - Request for Information. Aberdeen City Council is currently considering its options regarding the future of the contractual arrangements for a shuttle bus service between Craibstone Park and Ride (P&R) and Aberdeen City Centre. As part of our fact-finding process, The Council is inviting a number of suppliers to provide information requested in the attached "Request for Information" document. It is hoped this will assist Council staff in shaping their requirements for the future, understanding the current market and future developments, and developing the best value strategy for any future procurement.

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