This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

11 Nov 2021 at 00:00

Tender

23 Jul 2021 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Argyll and Bute Council is seeking a transport operator to provide safe and secure school and public transport on Islay for Route 1802J. This procurement process is currently in the Award stage, having reached completion with the contract awarded on 10th November 2021 to B Mundell Ltd (Islay Coaches). The total contract value is £873,568.16, with the procurement method being an open procedure. The transport services are classified under the 'services' category, and all operations will be conducted within the Islay region.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in public transport and logistics, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focused on community service initiatives. Companies that can demonstrate quality service and competitive pricing are particularly well-suited to partake in such tenders. Additionally, the provision of community benefits as part of the procurement process could enhance social impact, making it appealing for businesses keen on contributing positively to the local community.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of School and Public Transport on Islay - Route 1802J

Notice Description

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school and public transport on the island of Islay - Route 1802J.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school and public transport on the island of Islay - Route 1802J.

Renewal: Contract is subject to renewal in October 2022 or 2026 depending on which Option for award is chosen.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000661550
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432749
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

60100000 - Road transport services

60112000 - Public road transport services

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£873,568 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
October 2022 or 2026 depending on which Option to award is chosen.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Argyll and Bute Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Postcode Area
Paisley
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
TLM6 Highlands and Islands

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

B Mundell Ltd (Islay Coaches)

Further Information

Notice Documents

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