Tender

Bicycle transportation between Glasgow Queen Street and Oban/Fort William during rail service disruption

ABELLIO SCOTRAIL LTD

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Tender

12 May 2021 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Abellio ScotRail Ltd is conducting a tender for a service titled "Bicycle transportation between Glasgow Queen Street and Oban/Fort William during rail service disruption." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on railway services. The tender is currently in the active phase of procurement and is set to conclude on 21st May 2021. Bidders are required to submit their proposals electronically by this deadline, and the procurement method is an open procedure. The contract anticipated duration is from June 2021 to March 2022, with options for extension.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport and logistics sector, particularly those specialising in bicycle transport services. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in handling various types of bicycles, including tandems and recumbent bikes, as well as those capable of responding quickly to service disruptions, would be well-positioned to compete. Interested bidders should provide a case study illustrating their capabilities, as failure to do so may hinder their chances of consideration in this procurement process.

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Notice Title

Bicycle transportation between Glasgow Queen Street and Oban/Fort William during rail service disruption

Notice Description

ASR are looking to implement a new type of train which will allow passengers to travel safety with bicycles. In the event of disruption on this line, ASR would like to procure a recovery service for the bikes as part of our wider onward travel strategy. ASR are therefore searching the market for transportation of up to 30 bicycles (tandems and recumbent bikes included) between Glasgow Queen St and Oban/Fort William.

Lot Information

Lot 1

ASR are looking to implement a new type of train which will allow passengers to travel safety with bicycles. In the event of disruption on this line, ASR would like to procure a recovery service for the bikes as part of our wider onward travel strategy. ASR are therefore searching the market for transportation of up to 30 bicycles (tandems and recumbent bikes included) between Glasgow Queen St and Oban/Fort William. Below notes the Hours of Operation required: Weekdays two return journeys 1) Glasgow - Oban Dept QST @ 10.33 & 16.36 2) Oban - Glasgow Dept OBN @ 05.21 & 14.41 Saturdays two return journeys 1) Glasgow - Oban Dept QST @ 10.33 & 16.36 2) Oban - Glasgow Dept OBN @ 05.21 & 16.11 Sundays 1 return journey 1)Glasgow - Oban Dept QST @ 09.45 returning Oban - Glasgow Dept OBN @ 16.11 Potential bidders must ensure they are able to visit all stops on the line with the exception of Corrour. This includes; Dalmuir, Dumbarton Central, Helensburgh Upper, Garelochhead, Arrochar & Tarbet, Ardlui, Crianlarich Oban, Tyndrum Lower,Dalmally,Loch Awe,Taynuilt,Connel Ferry Fort William, Tyndrum Upper, Bridge of Orchy, Rannoch, Tulloch, Roy Bridge, Spean Bridge ASR may require multiple stops to be required based on customer destinations, these will be known and notified upon arrival. During disruption of this line, ASR would require the supplier to deploy assistance and be at requested location within 2 hours of initial call out. When registering your interest please provide 1 A4 page case study illustrating how you would meet the above requirements. Failure to provide the case study, may result in ASR not considering your note of interest for this sourcing exercise. We would be looking to implement a contract from July 2021 - March 2022 however there will be an option to extend or discuss a longer term contract. Potential bidders must ensure they can meet the above timescales. Any questions or issues, please email sheryl.s.cupples@scotrail.co.uk. When registering your interest please provide 1 A4 page case study illustrating how you would meet the above requirements. Failure to provide the case study, may result in ASR not considering your note of interest for this sourcing exercise. Any questions or issues, please email sheryl.s.cupples@scotrail.co.uk

Renewal: contract award to March 2022 with an option to discuss a longer term agreement/extension.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000653682
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY414736
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)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

60100000 - Road transport services

63711000 - Support services for railway transport

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 May 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ABELLIO SCOTRAIL LTD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
sheryl.s.cupples@scotrail.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1315502330

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 6HQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY414736
    Bicycle transportation between Glasgow Queen Street and Oban/Fort William during rail service disruption - ASR are looking to implement a new type of train which will allow passengers to travel safety with bicycles. In the event of disruption on this line, ASR would like to procure a recovery service for the bikes as part of our wider onward travel strategy. ASR are therefore searching the market for transportation of up to 30 bicycles (tandems and recumbent bikes included) between Glasgow Queen St and Oban/Fort William.

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