--- title: "Prior Information Notice : Provision of Bus/Coach Transportation for DVLA Events" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d1851b35-023f-44a9-bb95-54e39f237ba1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d1851b35-023f-44a9-bb95-54e39f237ba1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d1851b35-023f-44a9-bb95-54e39f237ba1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d1851b35-023f-44a9-bb95-54e39f237ba1.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY" published: "2025-01-21" --- # Prior Information Notice : Provision of Bus/Coach Transportation for DVLA Events Buyer: DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d1851b35-023f-44a9-bb95-54e39f237ba1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d1851b35-023f-44a9-bb95-54e39f237ba1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d1851b35-023f-44a9-bb95-54e39f237ba1.json) ## Summary The Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is planning a procurement process for the "Provision of Bus/Coach Transportation for DVLA Events". This procurement falls under the industry category "Buses and coaches" (CPV code 34121000) and is focused on providing transport services for DVLA staff to and from various events. The service will encompass ad-hoc trips to locations such as Swansea, Cardiff, Birmingham, and Bristol. This planning stage was last updated on 21 January 2025, with the Invitation to Tender documentation expected to be released within the next few weeks. The procurement process will officially begin on 10 February 2025, with the contract period running from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2027. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in transportation services, particularly those that can provide reliable, well-maintained, and licensed vehicles in compliance with Euro VI emissions standards. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, enhancing their potential for business growth by forming a contractual partnership with a major government agency. Companies with experienced, competent drivers and a commitment to high safety standards will be well-suited to compete for this contract. ## Notice In the next few weeks, under Public Contract Regulations 2015, DVLA will come to market via Contracts Finder for the following service: DVLA require a provision to provide ad-hoc transport to DVLA staff to and from events. The Service Provider shall provide suitable reliable and properly licensed and insured vehicles to carry DVLA staff to and from events. Coaches and minibuses must be available to book to suit the DVLAs requirements. It will also be the responsibility of the Service Provider to provide suitable vehicles as alternative transport in the event of a breakdown or accident. Start and finish times to be agreed upon request. DVLA will give a reasonable amount of notice to the supplier for each ad-hoc request. Some examples of locations where the bus will be required to go but not limited to: The events can range from ad-hoc trips to Morriston Site to Swansea Vale site. Morriston Site to Birmingham Morriston site to Bristol Morriston Site to Cardiff Morriston Site to Swansea All vehicles must be mechanically sound and maintained to an appropriate standard to comply with all applicable vehicle safety regulations, ensuring all paperwork and inspections are up to date. Vehicle Emissions Standard - The agency expects suppliers to use the most efficient engines available to the supplier. Euro VI standard vehicles are desirable. Drivers The Service Provider must ensure that for each vehicle used, a properly licensed and competent driver is provided. The driver will be responsible for checking staff have a valid DVLA pass to ensure that only authorised staff use the service. Whilst on DVLA property the drivers will comply at all times with the road traffic direction signs and speed restrictions and with directions or instructions given by DVLA Security in relation to access, egress, movement and parking. Likewise, drivers must comply with road traffic regulations whilst on public roads. Drivers are expected to be fit to drive without being under the influence of drugs or alcohol. They must comply with all safety measures including wearing seatbelts, not smoking in the vehicle at any time (only using designated smoking shelters) and not using any personal devices such as mobile phones that distract from driving. The DVLA's Representative will have the right to challenge, or remove any personnel, whom they deem unsuitable to carry out the function. More details provided within the Invitation to Tender Documentation to be released within the next few weeks. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3acf2d0d-07a4-4fa8-b57d-1ac5e568c09c | | Notice type | Planned Procurement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 10 Feb 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £28,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | DVLA - DRIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY | | Locality | SWANSEA | | Post town | Swansea | | Postcode | SA6 7JL | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea | | Local authority | Swansea | | Electoral ward | Mynydd-bach | | Westminster constituency | Swansea West | | Delivery location | TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34121000 - Buses and coaches ## Release History - 21 Jan 2025 at 14:51 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3acf2d0d-07a4-4fa8-b57d-1ac5e568c09c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3acf2d0d-07a4-4fa8-b57d-1ac5e568c09c 21st January 2025 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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