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Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council has completed the procurement process for the "Award of Supported Bus Service Routes East Edinburgh" using the CT1318 Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Bus Services. This contract, which falls under the industry category of General Public Services with CPV classification 60112000, has been awarded to McGills Midland Bluebird. The process covered two specific lots: Route SBS 8 Craigleith - Lochend and Route SBS 10 Holyrood Gait. The procurement method used was an open procedure. The contracts were signed on 20th September 2024, marking the award stage of the procurement process. Both routes will serve the UKM75 region in East Edinburgh, catering to local public transportation needs.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in the provision of public transportation services, particularly those offering supported bus services. Large-scale service providers like McGills Midland Bluebird have proven to be well-suited for such contracts, indicating substantial prospects for businesses with the capability to operate extensive bus routes efficiently. Companies specialising in regional transport services and those looking to expand in the Scottish market would find this contract beneficial for growth. Engagement in such public service undertakings can enhance visibility and establish a foothold in the local transport industry.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Award of Supported Bus Service Routes East Edinburgh

Notice Description

Award of Supported Bus Service Routes East Edinburgh using CT1318 Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Bus Services. Lot 1: Route SBS 8 Craigleith - Lochend Lot 2: Route SBS 10 Holyrood Gait

Lot Information

Route SBS 8 Craigleith - Lochend

Award of Supported Bus Service SBS 8 Craigleith - Lochend

Route SBS 10 Holyrood Gait

Award of Supported Bus Service SBS 10 Holyrood Gait

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000781720
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT517244
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60112000 - Public road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,812,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Sep 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
The City of Edinburgh Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

McGills Midland Bluebird

Further Information

Notice Documents

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