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title: "The Provision of Student Bus Services"
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# The Provision of Student Bus Services

Buyer: CITY OF PORTSMOUTH COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c1f836d9-8766-45c6-99f2-139093c79fa0

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## Summary

The procurement process, led by the City of Portsmouth College, involves the provision of dedicated student bus services, covering morning, afternoon, and evening routes across various points in Portsmouth. The tender, classified under the CPV category for Education and Training Services, follows a restricted above-threshold selective procurement method. The procurement reached the award stage with the contract commencing on 9th September 2024 and ending on 11th July 2025. The contract, valued at £213,866 GBP, highlights a service duration of 179 days, aligning with the college calendar, and the award was published on 25th July 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in transportation services, particularly those well-versed in managing daily, scheduled routes. SMEs and VCSEs are considered suitable for this contract, broadening the competitive landscape for smaller firms looking to expand. Companies like First Hampshire & Dorset Ltd, which has already secured the contract, exemplify the type of businesses equipped to handle the logistics and punctuality required for consistent student transport services. Engaging in this tender can offer long-term growth potential and increase market visibility for businesses meeting these criteria.

## Notice

The provision of student bus services. Two dedicated bus services - * Morning route 1 way to arrive a SFC by 0930 * Afternoon route 2 way arriving with incoming students to SFC by 1320 and taking students back to home destination from 1330. * Evening route 1 way arrive at SFC by 1615 to take students back to home destination. * Will be required for 179 days, in line with College Calendar Various pick up/drop off points in the two routes.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74acc80f-f88e-4ceb-8681-e6da3a769494 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 31 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2024 - 11 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £213,866 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £213,866 |
| 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 | CITY OF PORTSMOUTH COLLEGE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO6 2SA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Cosham |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FIRST HAMPSHIRE & DORSET |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 25 Jul 2024 at 09:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74acc80f-f88e-4ceb-8681-e6da3a769494

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74acc80f-f88e-4ceb-8681-e6da3a769494
  25th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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