--- title: "T2463(a) Provision of Coach Hire Services with Driver" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03f7b5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03f7b5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03f7b5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03f7b5.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "BELFAST CITY COUNCIL" published: "2025-04-03" --- # T2463(a) Provision of Coach Hire Services with Driver Buyer: BELFAST CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03f7b5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03f7b5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03f7b5.json) ## Summary Belfast City Council has completed its procurement process for the provision of coach hire services with a driver, under contract reference T2463(a). This contract spans various sizes of coaches and minibuses aimed to facilitate transportation for Council Departments' annual events and ad hoc journeys. The procurement, classified under CPV code 60170000 for hire of passenger transport vehicles with a driver, was divided into multiple lots, ranging from 23-seater capacity minibuses to 65-plus-seater coaches. The main procurement category is services, with a focus on efficient, responsive, and courteous transportation throughout the year, especially for summer schemes and specific Council-operated events. The awarded contracts, totalling a value of £500,000, were signed on 26th March 2025, with suppliers including Belfast Mini Coach and Metro Private Hire actively involved in the delivery of these services. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, and the framework agreement runs for two years with an option to renew for an additional two years. This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses in the transportation sector, particularly those specialising in vehicle hire services with drivers. It is an excellent opportunity for businesses to engage with regional authorities and secure long-term contracts. Companies that offer flexible sizing options for coaches and minibuses, along with having wheelchair-accessible vehicles, are well-suited to compete. The requirement to provide high-quality service delivery and effective work planning and resourcing indicates a preference for businesses capable of managing seasonal peaks and ensuring continuous service during key events. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like Belfast Mini Coach and larger operators such as Metro Private Hire have already successfully capitalised on this requirement, showcasing the diverse supplier base that can benefit from such public contracts. ## Notice The hire of coach/minibus service with driver shall be used by Council Departments, to facilitate transportation throughout the year for various annual events and ad hoc journeys with seasonal activities such as Summer Schemes being the busiest and concentrated time when transportation will be required. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The hire of coach/minibus service with driver shall be used by Council Departments, to facilitate transportation throughout the year for various annual events and ad hoc journeys with seasonal activities such as Summer Schemes being the busiest and concentrated time when transportation will be required. The Council requires coach/minibus of variable sizes, but the most commonly used are those with 16, 24, 33 and 53+ seats, a number of coach/minibus in each available size need to be wheelchair accessible or suitable for passengers with mobility aids. Additional information: Economic Operators are asked to email cps@belfastcity.gov.uk to request a copy of the Market Engagement questionnaire to complete. Completed Market Engagement questionnaires are to be returned on or before 4.00pm on 21 September 2023 by email to cps@belfastcity.gov.uk Spend on this requirement is estimated at PS100K per annum (PS400K over 4 years) Lot Lot 1 - Coach hire services up to a 23 seater capacity Provision on a hire basis of minibuses and various size coaches (with driver) for the efficient, responsive, and courteous transportation of members of the public, Council Members and Officers to and from locations as requested. In July and August there may be increased usage by Departments to cover the Council's annual run summer schemes. There may also be a requirement for continuous shuttle bus services during the year for specific Council operated events. Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend/renew the Framework up to a further two years Lot Lot 2 - Coach hire services for between 24 to 33 seater capacity Provision on a hire basis of minibuses and various size coaches (with driver) for the efficient, responsive, and courteous transportation of members of the public, Council Members and Officers to and from locations as requested. In July and August there may be increased usage by Departments to cover the Council's annual run summer schemes. There may also be a requirement for continuous shuttle bus services during the year for specific Council operated events. Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend/renew the Framework up to a further two years Lot Lot 3 - Coach hire services for between 34 to 43 seater capacity Provision on a hire basis of minibuses and various size coaches (with driver) for the efficient, responsive, and courteous transportation of members of the public, Council Members and Officers to and from locations as requested. In July and August there may be increased usage by Departments to cover the Council's annual run summer schemes. There may also be a requirement for continuous shuttle bus services during the year for specific Council operated event Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend/renew the Framework up to a further two years Lot Lot 4 - Coach hire services for between 44 to 53 seater capacity Provision on a hire basis of minibuses and various size coaches (with driver) for the efficient, responsive, and courteous transportation of members of the public, Council Members and Officers to and from locations as requested. In July and August there may be increased usage by Departments to cover the Council's annual run summer schemes. There may also be a requirement for continuous shuttle bus services during the year for specific Council operated event Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend/renew the Framework up to a further two years Lot Lot 5 - Coach hire services for between 54 to 64 seater capacity Provision on a hire basis of minibuses and various size coaches (with driver) for the efficient, responsive, and courteous transportation of members of the public, Council Members and Officers to and from locations as requested. In July and August there may be increased usage by Departments to cover the Council's annual run summer schemes. There may also be a requirement for continuous shuttle bus services during the year for specific Council operated event Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend/renew the Framework up to a further two years Lot Lot 6 - Coach hire services for 65 plus seater capacity Provision on a hire basis of minibuses and various size coaches (with driver) for the efficient, responsive, and courteous transportation of members of the public, Council Members and Officers to and from locations as requested. In July and August there may be increased usage by Departments to cover the Council's annual run summer schemes. There may also be a requirement for continuous shuttle bus services during the year for specific Council operated event Renewal: The Council reserves the right to extend/renew the Framework up to a further two years Lot Lot 1 Coach hire services up to a 23 seater capacity Provision on a hire basis of minibuses and various size coaches (with driver) for the efficient,responsive, and courteous transportation of members of the public, Council Members and Officers to and from locations as requested. In July and August there may be increased usage by Departments to cover the Council's annual run summer schemes. There may also be a requirement for continuous shuttle bus services during the year for specific Council operated events. Lot Lot 2 Coach hire services for between 24 to 33 seater capacity Provision on a hire basis of minibuses and various size coaches (with driver) for the efficient,responsive, and courteous transportation of members of the public, Council Members and Officers to and from locations as requested. In July and August there may be increased usage by Departments to cover the Council's annual run summer schemes. There may also be a requirement for continuous shuttle bus services during the year for specific Council operated events. Lot Lot 3 Coach hire services for between 34 to 43 seater capacity Provision on a hire basis of minibuses and various size coaches (with driver) for the efficient,responsive, and courteous transportation of members of the public, Council Members and Officers to and from locations as requested. In July and August there may be increased usage by Departments to cover the Council's annual run summer schemes. There may also be a requirement for continuous shuttle bus services during the year for specific Council operated events. Lot Lot 4 Coach hire services for between 44 to 53 seater capacity Provision on a hire basis of minibuses and various size coaches (with driver) for the efficient,responsive, and courteous transportation of members of the public, Council Members and Officers to and from locations as requested. In July and August there may be increased usage by Departments to cover the Council's annual run summer schemes. There may also be a requirement for continuous shuttle bus services during the year for specific Council operated events. Lot Lot 5 Coach hire services for between 54 to 64 seater capacity Provision on a hire basis of minibuses and various size coaches (with driver) for the efficient,responsive, and courteous transportation of members of the public, Council Members and Officers to and from locations as requested. In July and August there may be increased usage by Departments to cover the Council's annual run summer schemes. There may also be a requirement for continuous shuttle bus services during the year for specific Council operated events. Lot Lot 6 Coach hire services for 65 plus seater capacity Provision on a hire basis of minibuses and various size coaches (with driver) for the efficient,responsive, and courteous transportation of members of the public, Council Members and Officers to and from locations as requested. In July and August there may be increased usage by Departments to cover the Council's annual run summer schemes. There may also be a requirement for continuous shuttle bus services during the year for specific Council operated events. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012936-2025 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large, SME | | All stages | Planning, Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Apr 2025 | | Submission deadline | 21 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | 30 Nov 2023 | | Award date | 26 Mar 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £150,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Active, Cancelled, Planned | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BELFAST CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | BELFAST | | Post town | Northern Ireland | | Postcode | BT2 8DJ | | Country | Northern Ireland | | ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland | | ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland | | ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast | | Local authority | Belfast | | Electoral ward | Central | | Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down | | Delivery location | TLN06 Belfast | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | BELFAST MINI COACH; METRO PRIVATE HIRE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver - 60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver ## Release History - 3 Apr 2025 at 16:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012936-2025 - 17 Oct 2024 at 13:51 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033598-2024 - 18 Sep 2024 at 13:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029859-2024 - 20 Jun 2024 at 14:41 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019075-2024 - 22 May 2024 at 10:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016128-2024 - 29 Aug 2023 at 14:26 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025341-2023 ## Notice URLs - http://www.belfastcity.gov.uk - http://www.e-sourcingni.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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