Tender

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

ANGUS COUNCIL

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Tender

23 Apr 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Angus Council has initiated a public procurement process for the supply of school transport services beginning August 2026 across various locations within Angus, Scotland. The tender is currently in the active stage, with bids being accepted electronically until 25 May 2026 at noon. Classified under the industry categories of General Public Services, Education, and Housing and Community Amenities, this procurement utilises an open procedure and is valued at £5,000,000. The transport services span numerous routes connecting local schools and colleges, offering businesses the opportunity to bid for multiple conveyance contracts.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the transport industry, especially those with experience in providing specialised conveyance services. Operators with a PSV Operator Licence or Taxi/Private Hire Car licence are strongly encouraged to participate, ensuring they meet the insurance requirements set by Angus Council. The contracts offer potential extensions for up to two additional years, allowing room for sustained business growth. Firms with competitive pricing and high-quality service standards will find themselves well-suited to successfully compete for these contracts, providing an excellent chance to expand their market presence in the Angus region.

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Notice Title

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Notice Description

Tenders are being sought for a number of School conveyance contracts. Operators may bid for as many of these routes as they wish

Lot Information

AC/2 Montrose Academy to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

A/16 Hallys Garage to Murroes Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

AC/3 Forfar Academy to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

AC/5 Carnoustie High School to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

AC/6 Carnoustie High School to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

AC/8 Lindsay Street Kirriemuir to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

AC/9 Monifieth High School to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

AC/10 Monifieth High School to D&A College Arbroath

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

B/9 Huntlyhill R/E to Stracathro Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

K/3 Glenprosen Village to Cortachy Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

K/13 Hilton of Fern Cottages R/E to Tannadice Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

K/13a Hilton of Fern Cottages R/E to Tannadice Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

K/23 Castle Street Hall Newtyle to Websters High School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

K/23a Castle Street Hall Newtyle to Websters High School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

ASD/1 Milne's Land Kirriemuir to Kingspark School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

ASD/2 Rossie Street Arbroath to Kingspark School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

ASD/6 Callander Drive Forfar to Kingspark School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

ASD/8 Newry Green Strathmartine to Kingspark School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

ASP/11 Kirklea Milton Carmyllie to Arbroath High School and Inverbrothock Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

ASP/12 Seafield Road Arbroath to Arbroath High School and Ladyloan Primary School

Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing August 2026

Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830103
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554531
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

34121000 - Buses and coaches

60112000 - Public road transport services

60120000 - Taxi services

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport

60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

60171000 - Hire of passenger cars with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
25 May 20261 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Aug 2026 - 1 Jul 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANGUS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FORFAR
Postcode
DD8 1AN
Post Town
Dundee
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM03 Angus and Dundee City
Delivery Location
TLM71 Angus and Dundee City

Local Authority
Angus
Electoral Ward
Forfar and District
Westminster Constituency
Angus and Perthshire Glens

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    "description": "Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. A sub-contract clause has been included in this contract. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 The Contracting Authority does not intend to include any community benefit requirements in this contract for the following reason: It is not thought to be feasible for operators to offer community benefits in a tender of this nature. This does not however prohibit operators from voluntarily offering such benefits but would be outwith the requirements of this contract. NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=830103. The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx. Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. (SC Ref:830103) Download the copy of the online SPD document here (to be completed online through postbox submission): https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=830103",
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