---
title: "WLC Winchburgh Bus Kick Start"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03b78d"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL"
published: "2023-06-14"
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# WLC Winchburgh Bus Kick Start

Buyer: WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03b78d

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the WLC Winchburgh Bus Kick Start project led by West Lothian Council is at the planning stage. The project involves hiring buses and coaches with drivers to connect Winchburgh with Livingston in West Lothian. The tender status is active with a contract value of GBP 225,000. The tender period ends on May 1, 2023, and the bid opening is scheduled for the same day. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the contract includes community benefit clauses.

This tender opportunity presents a chance for businesses in the services sector, particularly those in transportation, to compete for a contract with West Lothian Council. Companies with experience in providing bus services and a focus on community benefits and sustainability will be well-suited to participate. The tender process includes criteria related to potential growth assessments, service quality, and fair work policies. Successful bidders have the opportunity to contribute to the economic, social, and environmental objectives of the council through their service provision.

## Notice

Due to the expansion of Winchburgh, a service connecting it with Livingston is seen as an important route. It is anticipated that in time this route would prove to be commercially viable, but initial funding will help operators to trial this opportunity whilst business grows.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Due to the expansion of Winchburgh, a bus service connecting it with Livingston is seen as an important route. It is anticipated that in time this route would prove to be commercially viable, but initial funding will help operators to trial this opportunity whilst business grows. Additional information: Re: SPD Q3D.1, 3D.2 and 3D.3 Bidders should answer these questions on Environmental, social and labour law in relation to compliance with the regulations covering Scotland and the UK.

Renewal: If funding allows the contract may be extended for up to 12 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016934-2023 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jun 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jun 2023 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £225,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL |
| Locality | LIVINGSTON |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH54 6FF |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM14 West Lothian |
| Local authority | West Lothian |
| Electoral ward | Livingston South |
| Westminster constituency | Livingston |
| Delivery location | TLM78 West Lothian |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

## Release History

- 14 Jun 2023 at 15:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016934-2023
- 31 Mar 2023 at 07:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009387-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000727677
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00140
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.westlothian.gov.uk/

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