Award

Non-Core Subsidised Bus Routes

SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

10 Feb 2025 at 00:00

OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

04 Nov 2024 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Scottish Borders Council is in the Tender stage for the provision of non-core subsidised bus services within the Scottish Borders area under the title "Non-Core Subsidised Bus Routes". This procurement falls under the services industry category and the location specified is UKM91. The tender process is open, with key dates including a submission deadline of 10 January 2025 and the contracts anticipated to commence on 12 May 2025. This project has a value estimation of GBP 1,400,000 and covers several routes including Galashiels to Melrose Gait, Peebles Town Service, Peebles Taxi Bus, Peebles to Biggar, Peebles to West Linton, and a combined service route. The contracting period for each lot is set from 2025 to 2030, with possible extensions taking the duration up to eight years.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in public transportation services, particularly those specialising in small and medium-sized bus operations. The council seeks providers capable of delivering high-quality, reliable, and safe transport services, which can help businesses enhance their service portfolios and expand into new markets in the Scottish Borders area. Ideal candidates for this opportunity would include companies with a proven track record in operating subsidised bus routes, possessing suitable licences such as the Public Service Vehicle Operator Licence, and maintaining high standards of insurance coverage. Additionally, there is an emphasis on community benefits and environmental responsibility, providing a platform for businesses to demonstrate their commitment to these areas alongside their operational capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Non-Core Subsidised Bus Routes

Notice Description

Provision of subsidised bus services for various routes within the Scottish Borders area

Lot Information

T075a - Galashiels to Melrose Gait

Provision of a 16 seat subsidised bus service to and from Galashiels and Melrose Gait.

Renewal: 3 x 12 months optional extensions, taking the maximum contract duration to 8 years.

T090a - Peebles Town Service

Provision of a 16 seat subsidised bus service within Peebles.

Renewal: 3 x 12 months optional extensions, taking the maximum contract duration to 8 years.

Peebles Taxi Bus

Provision of an 8 seat demand responsive taxibus service in the Peebles area.

Renewal: 3 x 12 months optional extensions, taking the maximum contract duration to 8 years.

T091a - Peebles to Biggar

Provision of a 16 seat subsidised bus service to and from Peebles and Biggar.

Renewal: 3 x 12 months optional extensions, taking the maximum contract duration to 8 years.

T093a - Peebles to West Linton

Provision of a 16 seat subsidised bus services between Peebles and West Linton.

Renewal: 3 x 12 months optional extensions, taking the maximum contract duration to 8 years.

T091a/T093a - Combined Service

Provision of a 16 seat subsidised bus service incorporating services T091a and T093a

Renewal: 3 x 12 months optional extension, taking the contract to a maximum duration of 8 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000775752
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523545
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60112000 - Public road transport services

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
12 May 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Final year of the contract

Notice Status

Tender Status
Unsuccessful
Lots Status
Unsuccessful
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL
Contact Name
Ryan Douglas
Contact Email
procurement@scotborders.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1835824000

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWTOWN ST BOSWELLS
Postcode
TD6 0SA
Post Town
Galashiels
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM91 Scottish Borders
Delivery Location
TLM91 Scottish Borders
Local Authority
Scottish Borders
Electoral Ward
Selkirkshire
Westminster Constituency
Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk

Further Information

Notice Documents

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