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Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Transport Related Contracts (2)

Strathclyde Partnership for Transport

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

22 May 2026 at 01:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Planning

26 Jan 2026 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) has initiated a tender for a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) focused on transport-related service contracts, including school, vocational, and additional support needs (ASN) requirements. This system is designed for multiple regions such as Glasgow, North Lanarkshire, and South Lanarkshire, among others, and aims to establish contracts with local councils and their associated organisations. Tagged as a 'tender', the procurement stage is currently active, with electronic submissions due by 1st July 2026. This contract falls under the transport services industry category with its primary location in the UKM8 region, encompassing several local authority areas. The procurement method is a selective, restricted procedure with a substantial budget allocated, amounting to £900 million GBP.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those capable of providing regular and additional support transport. The procurement approach allows room for a competitive environment, rewarding businesses that offer a combination of competitive pricing and technical capabilities. With a wide scope across multiple Scottish regions, transport operators and service providers with expertise in large-scale operations and logistics within educational frameworks will find potential growth opportunities. Engaging in this DPS may enable businesses to secure long-term arrangements with public sector clients, enhancing their visibility and reliability in the public procurement market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Transport Related Contracts (2)

Notice Description

SPT as a contracting authority is purchasing transport related service contracts including but not limited to schools, vocational and additional support needs (ASN) requirements on behalf of the following contracting authorities and their arm's length organisations: Glasgow, North Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire, East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, East Renfrewshire, Renfrewshire, East Ayrshire, North Ayrshire, South Ayrshire, Argyll & Bute and Inverclyde. SPT is the agent for the above-mentioned Councils. Any contracts awarded will be between the Council and the awarded Operator.

Lot Information

Transport Services for Glasgow Area

Provision of transport related service contracts within Glasgow City or cross border areas.

Transport Services for North Lanarkshire Area

Provision of transport related service contracts within North Lanarkshire or cross border areas.

Transport Services for South Lanarkshire Area

Provision of transport related service contracts within South Lanarkshire or cross border areas.

Transport Services for East Dunbartonshire Area

Provision of transport related service contracts within East Dunbartonshire or cross border areas.

Transport Services for West Dunbartonshire Area

Provision of transport related service contracts within West Dunbartonshire or cross border areas.

Transport Services for East Renfrewshire Area

Provision of transport related service contracts within East Renfrewshire or cross border areas.

Transport Services for Renfrewshire Area

Provision of transport related service contracts within Renfrewshire or cross border areas.

Transport Services for East Ayrshire Area

Provision of transport related service contracts within East Ayrshire or cross border areas.

Transport Services for North Ayrshire Area

Provision of transport related service contracts within North Ayshire or cross border areas.

Transport Services for South Ayrshire Area

Provision of transport related service contracts within South Ayrshire or cross border areas.

Transport Services for Argyll & Bute Area

Provision of transport related service contracts within Argyll & Bute or cross border areas.

Transport Services for Inverclyde Area

Provision of transport related service contracts within Inverclyde or cross border areas.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000821620
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556451
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Further notices may be published on the expiration of this contract.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Strathclyde Partnership for Transport
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 5JF
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM8 West Central Scotland
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN547981
    DPS for Home to School Transport - Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of mainstream home to school transport.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556451
    Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Transport Related Contracts (2) - SPT as a contracting authority is purchasing transport related service contracts including but not limited to schools, vocational and additional support needs (ASN) requirements on behalf of the following contracting authorities and their arm's length organisations: Glasgow, North Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire, East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, East Renfrewshire, Renfrewshire, East Ayrshire, North Ayrshire, South Ayrshire, Argyll & Bute and Inverclyde. SPT is the agent for the above-mentioned Councils. Any contracts awarded will be between the Council and the awarded Operator.

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