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Summary of the contracting process

Renfrewshire Council, a regional local authority responsible for general public services, has completed the procurement process for the mini-competition titled "Transportation A25 Lot 1 Mary Russell." This contract falls under the services industry category and specifically caters to the transportation needs within the Renfrewshire region (UKM83) and was part of a framework agreement. The procurement method was open, allowing eligible suppliers to compete, with the procurement being finalised by 22nd July 2025. The awarded suppliers will provide buses on planned routes for children with Additional Support Needs as part of the council's commitment to supporting the local community.

This tender presents opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in transportation services, particularly those with experience or interest in serving special needs populations. Companies like MARLEIGH HIRE, Westway Coaches, and Boyds Coach Hire Limited, all classified as SMEs, have already benefited from this contract, which highlights the potential for similar businesses to engage with such procurement opportunities. With awards signed valuing significant figures, firms in this niche can find avenues for growth and increased market presence through future similar tenders with Renfrewshire Council and similar councils across the region.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Transportation A25 Lot 1 Mary Russell

Notice Description

This mini-competition was conducted under Lot 1 of the Framework Contract for Transportation (RC-CPU-20-385). Only parties who were successfully awarded a place on Lot 1 of the Framework Contract for Transportation (RC-CPU-20-385) were invited to participate in this mini-competition. This mini-competition is for the provision of buses, on planned routes, for children with Additional Support Needs (with or without Escorts).

Lot Information

Lot 1

This mini-competition was conducted under Lot 1 of the Framework Contract for Transportation (RC-CPU-20-385). Only parties who were successfully awarded a place on Lot 1 of the Framework Contract for Transportation (RC-CPU-20-385) were invited to participate in this mini-competition. This mini-competition is for the provision of buses, on planned routes, for children with Additional Support Needs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000804527
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535157
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£341,407 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jun 20251 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
Renfrewshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PAISLEY
Postcode
PA1 1JB
Postcode Area
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire
Delivery Location
TLM8 West Central Scotland

Local Authority
Renfrewshire
Electoral Ward
Paisley East and Central
Westminster Constituency
Paisley and Renfrewshire South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

MARLEIGH HIRE

boyds coach hire limited

westway coaches

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535157
    Transportation A25 Lot 1 Mary Russell - This mini-competition was conducted under Lot 1 of the Framework Contract for Transportation (RC-CPU-20-385). Only parties who were successfully awarded a place on Lot 1 of the Framework Contract for Transportation (RC-CPU-20-385) were invited to participate in this mini-competition. This mini-competition is for the provision of buses, on planned routes, for children with Additional Support Needs (with or without Escorts).

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