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National Blind Scheme for free Concessionary Travel

THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council has completed a public procurement process for the "National Blind Scheme for free Concessionary Travel," which falls under the category of health services. The contract, valued at £90,000, was signed on 28th April 2019. The procurement method used was an open procedure, allowing broad participation. The tendering took place in Edinburgh, and it was characterised as a service procurement, aimed at providing support for a national initiative assisting blind individuals with free travel concessions.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health services sector, particularly those specialising in transportation services or support programs for individuals with disabilities. Companies that can offer tailored services to enhance travel accessibility for the blind or similar demographics would be particularly well-suited to compete in future tenders. By engaging in this procurement process, businesses have the potential to expand their market reach and significantly contribute to social welfare initiatives.

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Notice Title

National Blind Scheme for free Concessionary Travel

Notice Description

National Blind Scheme for free Concessionary Travel

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000588953
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN358442
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63000000 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£90,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Apr 20196 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
brodie.smithers@edinburgh.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1314693922

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABELLIO SCOTRAIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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