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title: "Shuttle Bus Service"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f6671f3e-a2f9-4e80-a948-bcb89a391a8d"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF MORECAMBE BAY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2019-01-18"
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# Shuttle Bus Service

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF MORECAMBE BAY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f6671f3e-a2f9-4e80-a948-bcb89a391a8d

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the "Shuttle Bus Service" contract, initiated by University Hospitals Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust, located in Kendal, England. This public procurement falls under the services category with a primary focus on non-scheduled passenger transport. The tender is currently in the "active" stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 22nd February 2019. The contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2019 and conclude on 31st March 2022, with an estimated contract value of £100,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the passenger transport and logistics sector, particularly those capable of providing minibus services consistently throughout the week. Companies with experience in non-scheduled transport operations, particularly those familiar with the North West region of the UK, will likely find this tender relevant. With the emphasis on completing tender documentation via the Bravo Solution portal, businesses that are adept at navigating online procurement platforms will have a competitive advantage in submitting their bids.

## Notice

University Hospitals Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a suitably experienced provider who is able to provide a minibus service between the Royal Lancaster Infirmary and Westmorland General Hospital for five days per week, Monday to Friday, excluding Bank Holidays. Bidders are required to complete the tender document, which is accessible via Bravo Solution portal. The tender reference is itt636. Details of how to access the portal have been attached. Additional information: Please follow attached instructions to access the Bravo Solution Portal and tender documentation. Please only submit your bid via the Bravo Solution Portal. No other means of tender submission will be accepted.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25b65218-4374-482c-a6d1-4f91d57d5bd1 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF MORECAMBE BAY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | KENDAL |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA9 7RG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD14 Westmorland and Furness |
| Local authority | Westmorland and Furness |
| Electoral ward | Kendal South |
| Westminster constituency | Westmorland and Lonsdale |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport

## Release History

- 18 Jan 2019 at 14:50 - TenderCancellation - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25b65218-4374-482c-a6d1-4f91d57d5bd1
- 17 Jan 2019 at 11:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d51293d8-9269-45e7-a472-1a4b93192cbe

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25b65218-4374-482c-a6d1-4f91d57d5bd1
  18th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d51293d8-9269-45e7-a472-1a4b93192cbe
  17th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/73852275-4159-4fe2-80cf-1d0c6e99134d

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