Award

Bus Purchase

MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Midlothian Council, titled "Bus Purchase," is focused on acquiring buses. The contract falls within the industry category of General Public Services and is located in Midlothian. This procurement, which has reached the Award stage, commenced on 12th August 2024 and has been marked as complete. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, allowing for broad participation from potential suppliers. The total contract value stood at £149,675 GBP, and the relevant CPV code is 34121000, which pertains to buses and their accessories.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the automotive and transport sector, particularly large-scale suppliers capable of delivering specialised vehicles to local authorities. EVM Direct Ltd, a large-scale supplier from Crawley, has been awarded the contract, suggesting that businesses with the capability to supply high-quality buses and meet public sector requirements stand a good chance. Participating in such tenders can boost visibility and establish long-term relationships with local government entities, fostering business growth through sustained contracts. This opportunity is especially suited for firms with existing expertise in manufacturing, logistics, or vehicle supply to public sector clients.

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Notice Title

Bus Purchase

Notice Description

Bus Purchase

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000777541
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP513943
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34121000 - Buses and coaches

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£149,675 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Aug 20241 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
MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Barbara Foxwell
Contact Email
barbara.foxwell@midlothian.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1312707500

Buyer Location

Locality
DALKEITH
Postcode
EH22 1DN
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian
Delivery Location
TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian

Local Authority
Midlothian
Electoral Ward
Dalkeith
Westminster Constituency
Midlothian

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVM DIRECT

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