Award

Provision of School and Local Transport Services - Tiree

ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL

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Award

15 Sep 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Argyll and Bute Council, a regional or local authority, involves the provision of school and local transport services in Tiree. This contract is categorized under general public services and falls within the industry category of service contracts. The procurement method used was an open procedure, ensuring transparency and competitive bidding. The process has reached the award and contract stages as of September 2025, with key dates including contract signings on 14th August and 15th September 2025. The services are to be delivered in the Isle of Tiree, Argyll and Bute, under CPV code 60000000. The notices were reviewed by Oban Sheriff Court, serving as the review body.

This tender provides substantial opportunity for businesses specialized in transport services, particularly those that can deliver quality service while managing costs effectively, as the award criteria highlight a 75% emphasis on pricing and a 25% focus on quality. This procurement is particularly suited to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as illustrated by the successful bids from AJ MACLEAN and JOHN KENNEDY, both SMEs operating in regional locales. Participating businesses can expand their reach and enhance their portfolio by securing contracts valued at over £360,000 and £491,000, respectively, under an active status. The open procurement method encourages wider participation, offering a significant growth opportunity for regional transport service providers looking to engage with public contracts.

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Notice Title

Provision of School and Local Transport Services - Tiree

Notice Description

Provision of safe and secure school and local transport in Tiree

Lot Information

1129N

The main elements of the School Transport Service are: - To transport children to and from school safely and timeously; - To encourage responsible behaviour by scholars; and - To liaise with Head Teachers or nominated representatives and Council Officers to achieve a high standard of service. The main elements of the Local Transport Service are: - To provide local bus services in Tiree; and - To transport persons safely.

1130N

The main elements of the School Transport Service are: - To transport children to and from school safely and timeously; - To encourage responsible behaviour by scholars; and - To liaise with Head Teachers or nominated representatives and Council Officers to achieve a high standard of service. The main elements of the Local Transport Service are: - To provide local bus services in Tiree; and - To transport persons safely.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000806929
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539187
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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
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
£851,433 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Aug 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
ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Annabel Travers
Contact Email
annabel.travers@argyll-bute.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LOCHGILPHEAD
Postcode
PA31 8RT
Post Town
Paisley
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Argyll and Bute
Electoral Ward
Mid Argyll
Westminster Constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

AJ MACLEAN

JOHN KENNEDY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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