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title: "LU00462 - The provision of University and Local Bus Service"
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# LU00462 - The provision of University and Local Bus Service

Buyer: LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f871a3ba-f394-457a-81b7-ccb6fa4d11b1

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Loughborough University, which is seeking bids for the provision of a University and Local Bus Service. This service is classified under public road transport services and is aimed at facilitating free onsite travel for staff, students, tenants, and visitors within the Loughborough area, including routes to key locations such as Holywell Park and Loughborough Train Station. The tender was published on 24th May 2017 and is currently in the active stage, with submissions accepted until 28th June 2017. The contract period for the awarded service will commence on 11th September 2017 and will extend until 10th September 2020, marking this as a recurrent procurement opportunity.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the transport and logistics sector, particularly those capable of providing public road transport services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is open to a diverse range of suppliers. Companies that offer effective transportation solutions and have experience managing similar contracts within university or community settings are well-suited to compete for this contract. This initiative not only promotes local business engagement but also contributes to enhanced mobility within the Loughborough community.

## Notice

LU requires free onsite travel for all staff, students, tenants & visitors through a bus service that operates between Holywell Park, Main Campus, Loughborough Town Centre and Loughborough Train Station. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b495b36-757e-4812-9494-a5b77cd6666d |
| Notice type | Tender 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 |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Sep 2017 - 10 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE11 3TU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Charnwood |
| Electoral ward | Loughborough Ashby |
| Westminster constituency | Loughborough |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60100000 - Road transport services
- 60112000 - Public road transport services

## Release History

- 24 May 2017 at 09:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b495b36-757e-4812-9494-a5b77cd6666d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b495b36-757e-4812-9494-a5b77cd6666d
  24th May 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/loughborouni/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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