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Coach and Mini-Bus Hire Framework

Glasgow City Council

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Planning

23 Apr 2026 at 01:00

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

Glasgow City Council is currently in the planning stage for a new Coach and Mini-Bus Hire Framework to ensure the continued provision of transport services as the existing framework is expiring on 4 January 2027. The planned procurement notice outlines the scope for services within general public services and covers journeys both within and beyond Glasgow. This framework addresses requirements from various departments within the council and its associated organisations, including school trips, community events, and urgent transport needs. The procurement, classified under CPV code 60172000, is valued at £3,000,000 and is expected to be launched following a market engagement exercise that will decide the framework lot structure. Key upcoming dates include two initial engagement events scheduled for May 2026 and a tendering process workshop on 9 June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for local transport businesses, including those capable of providing flexible, reliable passenger transport services equipped to handle both short-notice and pre-planned requirements. Companies that specialise in vehicle hire for educational, corporate, and community events could benefit greatly. To successfully compete, businesses must hold relevant PVG membership, operating and driving licences, and vehicle insurance certifications. The framework's alignment with General Public Services signifies an opportunity for SMEs in the transport sector to grow their customer base by partnering with the council. SDP will be hosting seminars to assist less experienced bidders in navigating the tendering process, thereby opening doors for growth and collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Coach and Mini-Bus Hire Framework

Notice Description

Glasgow City Council's current Coach and Mini-Bus Hire Framework is due to expire on 04 January 2027. The Council therefore intends to establish a new Framework Agreement to ensure continued provision of these services. The new Framework will cover the supply of coach and mini-bus hire services for journeys both within and out with the Glasgow city boundary, supporting the requirements of Glasgow City Council (GCC) departments and its Arm's Length External Organisations (ALEOs). The Framework will require the provision of flexible, reliable passenger transport services, which may include: School trips and educational outings Community and corporate events, Ad-hoc and planned passenger , transport journeys, Short-notice and on-demand transport requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Glasgow City Councils Current Coach and Mini-bus Framework is ending on January 4th 2026. This Framework will replace the current arrangements providing both planned and ad hoc transport services primarily to education establishments. Requirements will vary in scope, from small vehicles to large coaches covering both long and short distances. Suppliers will be required to hold relevant PVG membership, operator and driving licences alongside vehicle and insurance certifications.. The Council will utilise this market engagement exercise to determine the framework lot structure.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827859
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554514
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60112000 - Public road transport services

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport

60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Glasgow City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 1DU
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
TLM82 Glasgow City
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554514
    Coach and Mini-Bus Hire Framework - Glasgow City Council's current Coach and Mini-Bus Hire Framework is due to expire on 04 January 2027. The Council therefore intends to establish a new Framework Agreement to ensure continued provision of these services. The new Framework will cover the supply of coach and mini-bus hire services for journeys both within and out with the Glasgow city boundary, supporting the requirements of Glasgow City Council (GCC) departments and its Arm's Length External Organisations (ALEOs). The Framework will require the provision of flexible, reliable passenger transport services, which may include: School trips and educational outings Community and corporate events, Ad-hoc and planned passenger , transport journeys, Short-notice and on-demand transport requirements.

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