This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

09 Mar 2022 at 00:00

TenderUpdate

30 Nov 2021 at 00:00

TenderUpdate

23 Nov 2021 at 00:00

Tender

07 Oct 2021 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Highland Council is seeking tenders for the "North Scotland/Wick John O’Groats Airport PSO Scheduled Flight Services," aimed at re-establishing scheduled air services between Wick and Aberdeen, with a service commencement date set for 11 April 2022. This procurement, classified under the services industry and managed as an open procedure, is currently in the Award stage following the tender's closing date on 25 November 2021. The contract, awarded to Eastern Airways, is valued at £4,296,449 and covers operations between key Scottish airports including Wick, Aberdeen, and Edinburgh.

This opportunity is particularly relevant for airlines looking to expand their operations in the North of Scotland, as the Highland Council aims to enhance connectivity and support local businesses, travellers, and the community. Companies with the capacity to provide robust air services and meet the stringent requirements regarding qualifications, experience, and environmental policies are well-suited to compete for similar contracts. The collaborative approach of the Highland Council promises significant benefits for those able to demonstrate suitable operational expertise and adaptability to service both established and potential new routes.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

North Scotland/Wick John O'Groats Airport PSO Scheduled Flight Services

Notice Description

Having successfully secured a Public Service Obligation (PSO), The Highland Council have appointed an Airline to undertake a scheduled commercial air service between Wick and Aberdeen commencing on 11 April 2022. An Air service between Wick and Edinburgh was not awarded.

Lot Information

PSO 1: A scheduled air passenger service between WJOG and Edinburgh Airport.

A scheduled air passenger service between Wick John 'O' Groats airport and Edinburgh airport. Tenderers can price up either PSO, or can combine their offer to address the needs of both routes. The specifications have been designed that one aircraft could fulfil the requirements, although this is not a pre-requisite solution. Both PSO routes may be awarded to a single air operator where this is justified by reasons of operational efficiency. The Highland Council intend to work closely with the air operator throughout the life of the Contract to ensure successful delivery. To that end, there shall be clear communication channels established and regular contract management meetings to help reinforce the collaborated approach.

Renewal: An extension for a period of up to 12 Months is possible.

PSO 2: A scheduled air passenger service between WJOG and Aberdeen Airport.

A scheduled air passenger service between Wick John 'O' Groats airport and Aberdeen airport.. An Edinburgh Service was unable to be secured.

Renewal: An extension of up to 12 months is possible.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000669059
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR442915
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

60400000 - Air transport services

60420000 - Non-scheduled air transport services

63520000 - Transport agency services

63730000 - Support services for air transport

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,296,449 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
October 2023/2024

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Highland Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV3 5NX
Postcode Area
Inverness
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
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, TLM6 Highlands and Islands, TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Eastern Airways

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT429822
    North Scotland/Wick John O'Groats Airport PSO Scheduled Flight Services - The Highland Council have secured a subsidy to help re-introduce air services to the North of Scotland; Wick to Aberdeen and Wick to Edinburgh. Up to two airlines may service these routes and in collaboration with The Highland Council, the aim is to increase accessibility, desirability and prosperity to the North of Scotland for businesses, travellers and the local community alike. The Highland Council are therefore seeking enthusiastic air service operator(s) to work with the Council to help achieve these aims.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR442915
    North Scotland/Wick John O'Groats Airport PSO Scheduled Flight Services - Having successfully secured a Public Service Obligation (PSO), The Highland Council have appointed an Airline to undertake a scheduled commercial air service between Wick and Aberdeen commencing on 11 April 2022. An Air service between Wick and Edinburgh was not awarded.

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