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title: "NTU/16/836/DS & UoN PROC CCL\\844"
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# NTU/16/836/DS & UoN PROC CCL\844

Buyer: NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b37ff2ed-30f2-4b73-8462-adfd7d29fcbd

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## Summary

The Nottingham Trent University and the University of Nottingham, collectively referred to as "The Group", have engaged in a public procurement process titled "NTU/16/836/DS & UoN PROC CCL\844" focused on Coach and Minibus Hire Services. The procurement is in the open procedure stage, with a contract value of £3,100,000. The tender period concluded on 3rd April 2017, while the contract is set to run from 16th June 2017 to 16th June 2021. The service locations primarily include the United Kingdom, especially focusing on the East Midlands region, and the procurement covers three distinct lots addressing different transport needs, including ad-hoc coach and minibus hire, with a deadline for expressions of interest set for 9 am on 27th March 2017.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the transport and logistics sector, particularly those specialising in coach and minibus hire. Companies that can provide high-quality vehicles with drivers, as well as self-drive options, are well-suited to compete in this procurement process. Given the emphasis on superior service for educational and sports transportation, suppliers with a robust fleet capable of meeting varied requirements across the UK will have a strong competitive advantage. Additionally, both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to participate in this tender.

## Notice

For the purpose of the tender, Nottingham Trent University and the University of Nottingham will be referred to as The Group. The Group will collaborate during the tender programme to find solutions that best suit its requirements and will manage any contract thereafter jointly. The Group and tenderers benefit from the close geographical location of the awarding authorities. The procurement process is split into the following Lots in accordance with the EU Contract Notice:- * Lot 1 - Ad-Hoc and Non Ad-Hoc Coach Hire * Lot 2 - Ad-Hoc Minibus Hire With Driver * Lot 3 - Ad-Hoc Self Drive Minibus Hire - Nottingham Trent University Only Lot 1:- The supply of high quality executive and standard coaches in a maculate condition both inside and outside, ranging in sizes from 16 to 85 passengers on a mixture of private hires. The majority of The Groups requirements lies within the United Kingdom and primarily for the transportation to other Universities, Colleges, Schools, Museums, Local Businesses, City Attractions, Airports, Rail Stations, Ferry Ports, Eurostar and sport related trips. The requirements entail a combination of one day tours with one stopping point to more complex journeys with multiple stopping points and in some cases lasting more than one day, including continental journeys. All vehicles must have the suppliers name, branding and vinyls applied to the outside of the vehicle. Lot 2:- The supply of high quality minibuses to The Group in a maculate condition both inside and outside, consisting of 9, 11, 12, 15 & 17 seaters accompanied with a competent driver. The bulk of this requirement relates to The Groups Sport Departments requirement for minibus transportation, on each term-time Wednesday to sporting facilities across the United Kingdom along with course related field trips. The majority of the private hires for Lot 2 fall within the East Midlands or boarding regions. The Groups' requirements are predominantly for return trips lasting one day however, there may be the odd requirement for minibus hire lasting multiple consecutive days. There will be circumstances whereby a number of minibuses will be required on the same day for the same trip or a variety of trips between The Groups' varying departments. Lot 3:- The supply of high quality self-drive minibus hire in a maculate condition both inside and outside; consisting of 9, 11, 12, 15 & 17 seaters to Nottingham Trent University. It is vitally important that each minibus is of the highest quality to reflects NTU international standing, prestige and reputation. NTU requires self-drive minibus hire within the United Kingdom, commencing from NTU Campuses; predominantly for course related field trips within the East Midlands and the boarding regions. The rentals will predominantly last one day with vehicles delivered and returned on the same day, however NTU also requires longer three, five and seven days. Deadline for expression of is 9am on 27th March 2017.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b938603-d1be-449f-a5cf-abbb5b1087f1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Apr 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jul 2017 |
| Contract period | 16 Jul 2017 - 17 Jul 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,940,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,180,000 |
| 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 | NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG1 4FQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | St. Ann's |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 8 |
| Supplier names | D G PRIVATE HIRE; JOHNSON BROS TOURS LTD/ REDFERN TRAVEL; MOMENTUM HUB; PAUL S WINSON COACHES; SHARPE & SONS (NOTTINGHAM) LIMITED T/A SHARPES OF NOTTINGHAM; SILVERDALE TOURS (NOTTINGHAM; SKILLS MOTOR COACHES; TIGER EUROPEAN (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2017 at 15:23 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b938603-d1be-449f-a5cf-abbb5b1087f1
- 14 Jul 2017 at 15:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b938603-d1be-449f-a5cf-abbb5b1087f1
- 14 Jul 2017 at 15:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a199131-4792-4922-84d1-54b9c7f1b5c3
- 13 Feb 2017 at 08:09 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a199131-4792-4922-84d1-54b9c7f1b5c3
- 13 Feb 2017 at 08:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a199131-4792-4922-84d1-54b9c7f1b5c3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b938603-d1be-449f-a5cf-abbb5b1087f1
  14th July 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a199131-4792-4922-84d1-54b9c7f1b5c3
  14th July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ntu/aspx/Home

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