Planning

44-seat low floor bus

DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Dumfries and Galloway Council is planning a procurement process for the hire of a 44-seat, 18 standing, low floor, wheelchair-accessible bus for public services. This procurement, classified under the CPV codes 34121000, 34121100, and 34121400 (buses and related items), is targeted specifically within the region of Dumfries (UKM92). Potential suppliers are required to confirm their immediate availability to meet the requirement. The process is in the planning stage, with a future notice expected on 12th August 2024. The hire period for the bus will be for a minimum of one month, and vehicles such as an Optare Versa or equivalent would be suitable for this tender.

This tender offers excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle hire, particularly those with experience in providing accessible public transport solutions. Companies with an inventory of low floor buses that can be made available on short notice are especially well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract could establish a foothold in public transportation services within the Dumfries region, potentially leading to future collaborations with the Dumfries and Galloway Council and other local authorities. This tender aligns well with businesses aiming to expand their services in the public sector.

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Notice Title

44-seat low floor bus

Notice Description

Dumfries and Galloway Council are looking to hire a 44-seat, 18 standing, low floor, wheel chair accessible bus, for public services. Vehicles such as an Optare Versa or equivalent would be suitable. The hire period would be for a minimum of 1 month.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Interested suppliers are asked to confirm if they have immediate availability meeting the requirement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000773687
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL510776
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34121000 - Buses and coaches

34121100 - Public-service buses

34121400 - Low-floor buses

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
12 Aug 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Karen Mclachlan
Contact Email
karen.mclachlan2@dumgal.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DUMFRIES
Postcode
DG1 2HP
Post Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway

Local Authority
Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward
Nith
Westminster Constituency
Dumfries and Galloway

Further Information

Notice Documents

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