Planning

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses

ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

11 Aug 2020 at 00:00

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

Aberdeen City Council is initiating a procurement process for the title "Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses," aimed at organisations interested in operating or utilising a retired fleet of up to 10 fuel cell hydrogen buses. The procurement falls within the goods category and is classified under the general public services sector. This process is currently in the planning stage, with a future communication notice expected on 1st November 2020. Aberdeen City Council, based in Aberdeen, UK, is seeking interested parties to note their interest and considers various operational models, including leasing or educational uses.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses in the transport and environmental sectors, particularly those that specialise in sustainable transportation solutions. Companies with expertise in operating public transport fleets, maintaining hydrogen technologies, or providing training and educational services may find this a suitable venture. The availability of these buses at no cost, although with associated operational responsibilities, offers an attractive opportunity for innovative businesses to contribute to the green transport agenda while potentially expanding their operational capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses

Notice Description

Aberdeen City Council is looking for notes of interest from organisations interested in operating or utilising a retired fleet of up to 10 fuel cell hydrogen buses.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Aberdeen City Council is looking for notes of interest from organisations interested in fuel cell hydrogen buses. These buses have been successfully operated as part of a pioneering pilot project and the Council would like to review options to extend their operational life. The Council have up to 10 fuel cell hydrogen buses which are available at no cost. However, interested parties will be liable for any ongoing operational and maintenance costs, including fuel. The buses will be provided in a road worthy condition and physical inspections can be arranged, if required. The Council are open to considering different operating models including leasing options but will also consider other uses for example as a training facility and/or for educational activities. Organisations can note interest in one or more buses up to a maximum of 10.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000627462
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG392273
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34120000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of 10 or more persons

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£123 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Nov 2020Expired
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
Not specified
Contact Email
aperry@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

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