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DGCP-0512 The Purchase of Electric Buses 2 of 2

DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Dumfries and Galloway Council has completed an open procurement process for the purchase of electric buses under the title "DGCP-0512 The Purchase of Electric Buses 2 of 2". This contract falls within the industry category of goods and specifically under the CPV classification for vehicles. The location of delivery is Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Initially tendered using the Crown Commercial Service RM6244 Framework Agreement, the award decision was concluded on 29 July 2025. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance regional public transportation infrastructure, and it creates opportunities for suppliers in the vehicle manufacturing sector.

The awarded contract, valued at £1,140,970.50, was signed with Alexander Dennis Limited, a large-scale supplier based in Falkirk, UK. Businesses adept in producing electric or eco-friendly vehicles, particularly those capable of leveraging framework agreements, would have been well-suited to compete in this tender. The use of the open procedure facilitated transparent competition and was conducive for businesses looking to secure similar government contracts. The award signifies the Council's commitment to progressive procurement practices, presenting continuous growth opportunities for manufacturers prioritising sustainable transport solutions.

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Notice Title

DGCP-0512 The Purchase of Electric Buses 2 of 2

Notice Description

This procurement exercise is for the purchase of a number of electric buses for Dumfries & Galloway Council using the Crown Commercial Service RM6244 Framework Agreement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement exercise is for the purchase of a number of electric buses for Dumfries & Galloway Council using the Crown Commercial Service RM6244 Framework Agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000805419
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL535695
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

34121100 - Public-service buses

34144910 - Electric buses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,140,970 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20256 months 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
DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.tenders@dumgal.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3033333000

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
TLM Scotland

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALEXANDER DENNIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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