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title: "Provision of School and Local Transport Services - Tiree"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0545aa"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL"
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# Provision of School and Local Transport Services - Tiree

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0545aa

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Argyll and Bute Council involved a tender for the "Provision of School and Local Transport Services - Tiree," categorised under transport services excluding waste transport. The tender was conducted through an open procedure, indicating transparency and inclusivity in bid submissions. The tender aimed to secure safe and reliable transport services for school and local commuting on the Isle of Tiree, located in Argyll and Bute. The procurement process is in the 'Award' stage as of 15th September 2025, following the successful allocation of contracts to AJ MACLEAN and JOHN KENNEDY, with the contract value totalling over £850,000. This completed stage suggests the provision of these services is set to commence, underscoring the project's significance in enhancing community transport safety and reliability.

This tender presents significant opportunities for transport service providers, particularly those equipped with the capability to ensure safety, punctuality, and effective communication with local educational institutions. The open nature of the procurement process breaks barriers to entry, allowing small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and local suppliers to compete. The awarded contracts exemplify successful engagement of SMEs, showcasing potential growth avenues and forming strategic local partnerships. Businesses with a focus on public transport, especially those experienced in school commutes and local routing, will find this a rewarding opportunity. Additionally, potential contract renewals extend possibilities for sustained business growth and community involvement in transport service enhancements in the area for 5 to 7 years post-award.

## Notice

Provision of safe and secure school and local transport in Tiree

### Lot Information

1129N

The main elements of the School Transport Service are: - To transport children to and from school safely and timeously; - To encourage responsible behaviour by scholars; and - To liaise with Head Teachers or nominated representatives and Council Officers to achieve a high standard of service. The main elements of the Local Transport Service are: - To provide local bus services in Tiree; and - To transport persons safely.

Renewal: Renewal will be 5-7 years after contract award.

1130N

The main elements of the School Transport Service are: - To transport children to and from school safely and timeously; - To encourage responsible behaviour by scholars; and - To liaise with Head Teachers or nominated representatives and Council Officers to achieve a high standard of service. The main elements of the Local Transport Service are: - To provide local bus services in Tiree; and - To transport persons safely.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056410-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 5 or 7 years from award. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £851,433 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL |
| Locality | LOCHGILPHEAD |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA31 8RT |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Argyll and Bute |
| Electoral ward | Mid Argyll |
| Westminster constituency | Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland, TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | AJ MACLEAN; JOHN KENNEDY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 15 Sep 2025 at 08:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056410-2025
- 9 Jun 2025 at 16:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031080-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000806929
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00063

## Provenance

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