--- title: "Tender Phase 5, 2016 - SS (OJEU)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c55216d7-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c55216d7-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c55216d7-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c55216d7-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "TRANSPORT SERVICE SOLUTIONS TRADING AS CHESHIRE EAST BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2016-11-18" --- # Tender Phase 5, 2016 - SS (OJEU) Buyer: TRANSPORT SERVICE SOLUTIONS TRADING AS CHESHIRE EAST BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c55216d7-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c55216d7-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c55216d7-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Transport Service Solutions (TSS), acting on behalf of Cheshire East Council, seeking tenders for the provision of transport services in the East of Cheshire and surrounding areas. The tender, titled "Tender Phase 5, 2016 – SS (OJEU)", is classified under the transport services category and is currently in the active stage of procurement. Interested suppliers should note that the tender was published on 10th June 2016, with the deadline for submissions on 15th July 2016. The successful contractor(s) will enter into a contract starting on 1st September 2016 and lasting until 31st August 2023, with a potential extension of up to 7 years. This open procurement method allows for a broad range of suppliers to participate. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in passenger transport solutions. Businesses that are experienced in providing vehicles with drivers, including those who can offer wheelchair-accessible vehicles or passenger assistants, will be particularly well-suited to compete. The need for transport services to assist clients in various locations opens avenues for both established firms and emerging players in the local market to enhance their service offerings and expand their operational footprint. ## Notice Vehicles with drivers are required to transport clients to various locations in the East of Cheshire and surrounding areas. Detailed information of routes, days of operation, whether wheelchair accessible vehicles are required and whether passenger assistants as well as drivers are required, will be detailed in the tender documentation on the chest website. Transport Service Solutions, (TSS herein), gives no guarantee or warranty or makes any representation as to the accuracy of any indicative volumes or as to the value of the work during the contract period. Possible variations to lots - Should this happen, updated information will be provided via The CHEST website. TSS may exercise an option to extend the Contract for a further period or periods of up to a maximum of 7 years in total. The successful operator(s) will need to complete contract documentation prior to the contract start date and therefore may be required to travel to our office in Crewe to complete the fore-mentioned paperwork. A copy of the current terms and conditions will be available with the tender documentation on the CHEST website. TSS reserve the right not to award any of the listed lots Transport Service Solutions (TSS) is a wholly owned company of Cheshire East Council and assumes all rights, obligations and liabilities previously assumed by Cheshire East Borough Council Transport. Please note that all tenderers must complete the Tender Schedule if you wish your bid to be considered for any of the lots/work. PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS TO SUPPLIERS PRIOR TO SUBMITTING A TENDER. Please ensure you complete the sheet with your Name, Address, Telephone Number and Daily Prices along with any Comments against the lot(s) you are bidding for, leaving any lots that you are not interested in blank. Once you have completed the spreadsheet, please save naming the document with your business name, then upload the completed document to THE CHEST website via the response wizard. Many thanks in advance of your time and interest. Additional information: The tender is split into 4 lots. Please note that all tenderers must complete the Tender Schedule if you wish your bid to be considered for any of the lots/work. PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS TO SUPPLIERS PRIOR TO SUBMITTING A TENDER. Please ensure you complete the sheet with your Name, Address, Telephone Number and Daily Prices along with any Comments against the lot(s) you are bidding for, leaving any lots that you are not interested in blank. Once you have completed the spreadsheet, please save naming the document with your business name, then upload the completed document to THE CHEST website via the response wizard. Many thanks in advance of your time and interest. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1bff7b38-cd20-420d-ac1e-f300cc2fcb25 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 | | Submission deadline | 15 Jul 2016 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2016 - 31 Aug 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £803,320 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | TRANSPORT SERVICE SOLUTIONS TRADING AS CHESHIRE EAST BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | CREWE | | Post town | Crewe | | Postcode | CW1 2BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire | | ITL 3 | TLD62 Cheshire East | | Local authority | Cheshire East | | Electoral ward | Crewe Central | | Westminster constituency | Crewe and Nantwich | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ## Release History - 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1bff7b38-cd20-420d-ac1e-f300cc2fcb25 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1bff7b38-cd20-420d-ac1e-f300cc2fcb25 10th June 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.cheshireeast.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c55216d7-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c55216d7-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json.