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Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow City Council has completed a tender for the hire of 10 fully accessible buses, aimed at replacing its aging fleet. This procurement falls within the services category and is linked to ensuring transportation for children, adults, and individuals with additional support needs in Glasgow (postcode: G2 1DU). The contract was awarded on 23 May 2022 for a total value of £328,573 and involves a direct award process under the Scotland Excel Framework for Vehicle and Plant Hire. The associated procurement method was selective, indicating a restricted procedure with specific criteria for participation.

This contract presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle hire, particularly those offering accessible transport solutions. Companies well-suited to compete include smaller enterprises and SMEs, especially those with a focus on community benefits, as mandated by the procurement guidelines. Engaging in this tender not only supports business growth through securing a significant contract but also furthers community service objectives in Glasgow.

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Notice Title

The Hire of 10 Fully Accessible Buses

Notice Description

Glasgow City Council is replacing the existing fully accessible buses from the fleet due to age of the buses. These buses are used for the transportation of children, adults, and people with additional support needs. This contract is for the hire of 10 fully accessible buses without driver. This contract will ensure the continuation of the services.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract is for the hire of 10 fully accessible buses without the driver for a period of 24 months. These buses will be used for the transportation of children, adults, and people with additional support needs. The contract will be awarded under a Direct Award process under Lot 2 - Buses and Minibuses of Scotland Excel's (SXL) Framework for Vehicle and Plant Hire (SXL Framework) , reference 01-21.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000699372
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL453158
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£328,573 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jul 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 May 20224 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Glasgow City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 1DU
Postcode Area
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
TLM82 Glasgow City

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Dawsongroup Bus and Coach Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL453158
    The Hire of 10 Fully Accessible Buses - Glasgow City Council is replacing the existing fully accessible buses from the fleet due to age of the buses. These buses are used for the transportation of children, adults, and people with additional support needs. This contract is for the hire of 10 fully accessible buses without driver. This contract will ensure the continuation of the services.

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