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title: "Supported Bus Service in Southampton"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2018-10-09"
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# Supported Bus Service in Southampton

Buyer: SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ead54bdb-1558-449d-a751-f9d889d663a6

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## Summary

The Southampton City Council is currently seeking suppliers for a Supported Bus Service in Southampton, with a total contract value of £1,000,000. This open procedure tender is planned to conclude on 8th November 2018, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st January 2019 and run until 31st December 2022. The buying organisation is focused on providing transport services, specifically classified under CPV code 34121000 which covers buses and coaches. Interested parties should be aware that mini-competitions will be held for awarded routes within the framework agreement.

This procurement process presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in public transport services. Companies that specialise in bus services or have the capability to establish reliable transport solutions would be particularly suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender can enhance business visibility in the public sector and facilitate growth through partnership with the local authority, ultimately contributing to the shared goal of improving transportation within the community.

## Notice

This framework agreement is for the provision of a Supported Bus Service to run in and around the environs of Southampton. Routes will be awarded via mini-competitions which applicants awarded for inclusion on the framework will be invited to participate in.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce4773d3-4153-4398-9cbc-5bee3094793c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Oct 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO14 7LY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Bargate |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121000 - Buses and coaches

## Release History

- 9 Oct 2018 at 13:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce4773d3-4153-4398-9cbc-5bee3094793c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce4773d3-4153-4398-9cbc-5bee3094793c
  9th October 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplysouthampton.esourcingportal.com/participant_public_ojeu.cfm?recordID=345
  Bidding documents

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