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title: "Student Bus Service"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL"
published: "2017-05-02"
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# Student Bus Service

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9e800a06-55ec-4261-880e-464584f926cd

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## Summary

The University of Bristol has successfully completed a public procurement process for the “Student Bus Service,” designated under the public-service buses category (CPV 34121100). The procurement method employed was an open procedure, with the tender period concluding on 19th December 2016. The contract, valued at approximately £4,126,302, commenced on 13th April 2017 and is set to run until 30th September 2022. The project location encompasses Bristol and surrounds, making it relevant for local transportation providers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to expand in the public transport sector, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide bus services. Companies with expertise in managing public transportation contracts, fleet management, and customer service would be particularly well-suited to compete in this environment. Engaging with the University of Bristol on such contracts could lead to fruitful partnerships and enhance visibility within the educational sector's transport needs.

## Notice

The University of Bristol ('University') has appointed the Provider for the provision of public bus services between the main University Campus in Clifton, Bristol and outlying sites.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b2938c2-6892-4a48-a735-90d62fd584f6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Apr 2017 |
| Contract period | 12 Apr 2017 - 30 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,126,302 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,126,302 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS2 8BB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FIRST BRISTOL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121100 - Public-service buses

## Release History

- 2 May 2017 at 10:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b2938c2-6892-4a48-a735-90d62fd584f6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b2938c2-6892-4a48-a735-90d62fd584f6
  2nd May 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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