Tender

Invitation to Quote for the provision of School Teacher Transport - Flotta

ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL

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Tender

15 Apr 2022 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Orkney Islands Council is inviting quotes for the provision of transport services for school teachers and officials visiting the outlying school on Flotta. This procurement, classified under the services industry category, is currently in the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 5th May 2022. The total estimated value of the contract is £6,000, and the contract period is anticipated to commence on 23rd May 2022, lasting for 12 months with an option to extend for a further year. Bids will be opened electronically on the same date as the deadline at the PCS Postbox.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for transport service providers, particularly those specialising in school-related transportation and ferry logistics. Companies equipped to ensure safe and reliable transport solutions within the Orkney Islands' unique geographical context will find this opportunity suitable. Suppliers should also be prepared to demonstrate compliance with specific criteria outlined in the Invitation to Quote document, as timely and well-prepared submissions are crucial for success in this competitive process.

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Notice Title

Invitation to Quote for the provision of School Teacher Transport - Flotta

Notice Description

Provision of transport for School Teachers and OIC officials (visiting the school) arriving by ferry to the outlying school on Flotta.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of transport for School Teachers and OIC officials (visiting the school) arriving by ferry to the Flotta school. The Authority has a requirement for School Teacher Transport to provide for the safe, reliable and flexible conveyance of teachers and OIC officials visiting the schools arriving by ferries to and from schools, during the school year (195 days).

Renewal: The initial contract is for a period of 12 months with a 12 month extension.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000690541
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446233
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)


CPV Codes

60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport

60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£6,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 May 2022 - 22 May 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
bruce.pinkerton@orkney.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01856873535

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Post Town
Kirkwall
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
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

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