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title: "CA14504 - Invitation to Tender for the Provision of Student Transport Services"
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buyer: "MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE"
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# CA14504 - Invitation to Tender for the Provision of Student Transport Services

Buyer: MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-def49570-ed1c-4287-a6e6-c80620996247

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## Summary

Middlesbrough College has concluded an open procedure procurement process for the provision of student transport services. The contract, titled "CA14504 - Invitation to Tender for the Provision of Student Transport Services," covers transport for students travelling from Ingleby Barwick, Easington, Great Ayton, and Saltburn. The procurement falls under the "Transport services (excl. Waste transport)" category and spans locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and United Kingdom. The contract was awarded to Arriva Durham County Limited and Compass Royston Travel Ltd, effective from 18th September 2024 to 23rd July 2027. Key dates included the tender period ending on 4th September 2024 and the recent award update on 23rd September 2024.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses focused on providing transport services, particularly in the UK and adjacent regions. It’s an ideal opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their portfolio with long-term contracts in the education sector. Businesses with experience in student or public transport will find themselves well-suited to compete for similar future opportunities. The open procedure method ensures a competitive environment, encouraging businesses to submit robust and value-driven proposals.

## Notice

Transport for students of Middlesbrough College travelling from areas including Ingleby Barwick, Easington, Great Ayton and Saltburn. Includes Lots: Lot 1: Lot 1 - MC1, MC2, MC3 & MC4 Lot 2: Lot 2 - MC Mover To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA14504. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA14504 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3ee032c-779c-4fb0-8af1-95882c4ce9b2 |
| Notice type | Award 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, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 17 Sep 2024 - 23 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £88,357 |
| 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 | MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE |
| Locality | MIDDLESBROUGH |
| Post town | Cleveland |
| Postcode | TS2 1AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC32 South Teesside |
| Local authority | Middlesbrough |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Middlesbrough and Thornaby East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | ARRIVA DURHAM COUNTY; COMPASS ROYSTON TRAVEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2024 at 14:42 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3ee032c-779c-4fb0-8af1-95882c4ce9b2
- 5 Aug 2024 at 11:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3ee032c-779c-4fb0-8af1-95882c4ce9b2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3ee032c-779c-4fb0-8af1-95882c4ce9b2
  5th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

## Provenance

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