--- title: "CA15390 - Weymouth and Kingston Maurward College Invitation to Tender for Student Transport Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-eab8153a-5e69-4134-b80d-9523336d9313" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-eab8153a-5e69-4134-b80d-9523336d9313" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eab8153a-5e69-4134-b80d-9523336d9313.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eab8153a-5e69-4134-b80d-9523336d9313.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "WEYMOUTH COLLEGE" published: "2025-08-06" --- # CA15390 - Weymouth and Kingston Maurward College Invitation to Tender for Student Transport Services Buyer: WEYMOUTH COLLEGE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eab8153a-5e69-4134-b80d-9523336d9313 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-eab8153a-5e69-4134-b80d-9523336d9313) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-eab8153a-5e69-4134-b80d-9523336d9313.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Weymouth College, inviting tenders for student transport services to be provided to both Weymouth and Kingston Maurward Colleges, including the Dorset Studio School. The contract is categorised under transport services and falls within the services industry category. The procurement, conducted through an open procedure, aims to cover the period from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2028, with options for two additional 12-month extensions. The procurement stage is currently at the award update phase, following the tender amendment stage. Key dates include the tender period ending on 7th April 2025 and the official start of the contract on 1st September 2025. Transport services are required in and around Weymouth, with the postal code DT4 7LQ playing a central role. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in transport services. Given the contract's duration and potential extensions, it promises steady work and income. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, reflecting the buyer's suitability criteria. Companies with experience in large-scale or multi-location transportation services would be well-suited to compete, as the contract includes services for multiple colleges. Additionally, businesses that can demonstrate flexibility and readiness to operate within various geographical areas, including international zones mentioned like the Channel Islands and Europe, might find this contract beneficial for expanding their operational footprint. ## Notice Weymouth and Kingston Maurward College Invitation to Tender for Student Transport Services. 1st September 2025 - 31st August 2028 (With Optional 2x 12-Month Extension Periods) Includes Lots: Lot 1: Lot 1 - Weymouth College Lot 2: Lot 2 - Kingston Maurward College (including Dorset Studio School) Lot 3: Lot 3 - Both Colleges To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA15390. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA15390 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/edab7625-6632-4e8a-9b74-bd72b70f4e64 | | 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 | 6 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 21 Feb 2025 | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £7,408,689 | | 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 | WEYMOUTH COLLEGE | | Locality | WEYMOUTH | | Post town | Dorchester | | Postcode | DT4 7LQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset | | ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset | | Local authority | Dorset | | Electoral ward | Melcombe Regis | | Westminster constituency | South Dorset | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | ZEELO | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ## Release History - 6 Aug 2025 at 15:33 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edab7625-6632-4e8a-9b74-bd72b70f4e64 - 4 Apr 2025 at 09:24 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edab7625-6632-4e8a-9b74-bd72b70f4e64 - 17 Mar 2025 at 20:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edab7625-6632-4e8a-9b74-bd72b70f4e64 - 21 Feb 2025 at 11:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edab7625-6632-4e8a-9b74-bd72b70f4e64 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edab7625-6632-4e8a-9b74-bd72b70f4e64 4th April 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://suppliers.multiquote.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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