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title: "Coach and Mini-Bus Hire Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0689a0"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-23"
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# Coach and Mini-Bus Hire Framework

Buyer: GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0689a0

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## Summary

Glasgow City Council is planning to establish a new Framework Agreement for coach and mini-bus hire services, aimed at replacing the current framework expiring on 4 January 2027. The intended framework will facilitate passenger transport services both within and beyond the Glasgow city boundary, covering school trips, community events, and on-demand journeys. A series of events are scheduled to engage potential suppliers, with initial planning staged through webinars and an in-person session on 19 May and 26 May 2026, respectively. Glasgow City Council, identified as a regional or local authority, heads the procurement effort in the services category, classified under the industry of hiring buses and coaches with a driver, with opportunities located in region UKM82. The procurement process is in the planning stage, with a future notice date anticipated on 1 June 2026.

This upcoming tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies in the passenger transport sector, especially those offering flexible, reliable solutions for both scheduled and ad-hoc transport needs. Businesses with capabilities to deliver varied transport services and equipped with necessary certifications will find this framework accommodating. The requirement for suppliers to possess relevant PVG membership, operator and driving licences, and vehicle insurance certifications implies an emphasis on quality and compliance, making it suitable for well-established transport service providers. Engaging with this process could bolster local businesses, enhance service offerings, and strengthen ties with Glasgow City Council departments and its Arm's Length External Organisations. As the Council actively encourages participation through planned informational events, companies looking to expand within the Glasgow transport scene should consider this framework a viable avenue.

## Notice

Glasgow City Council's current Coach and Mini-Bus Hire Framework is due to expire on 04 January 2027. The Council therefore intends to establish a new Framework Agreement to ensure continued provision of these services. The new Framework will cover the supply of coach and mini-bus hire services for journeys both within and out with the Glasgow city boundary, supporting the requirements of Glasgow City Council (GCC) departments and its Arm's Length External Organisations (ALEOs). The Framework will require the provision of flexible, reliable passenger transport services, which may include: School trips and educational outings Community and corporate events, Ad-hoc and planned passenger , transport journeys, Short-notice and on-demand transport requirements.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Glasgow City Councils Current Coach and Mini-bus Framework is ending on January 4th 2026. This Framework will replace the current arrangements providing both planned and ad hoc transport services primarily to education establishments. Requirements will vary in scope, from small vehicles to large coaches covering both long and short distances. Suppliers will be required to hold relevant PVG membership, operator and driving licences alongside vehicle and insurance certifications. Additional information: The Council will utilise this market engagement exercise to determine the framework lot structure.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037088-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 1DU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60112000 - Public road transport services
- 60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
- 60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport
- 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver
- 60172000 - Hire of buses and coaches with driver

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2026 at 12:38 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037088-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.glasgow.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827859
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=827859
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00196
- https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events/glasgow-city-council-mini-bus-coach-ad-hoc-framework-aligned-tender-training-webinar-2082/
- https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events/glasgow-city-council-mini-bus-coach-ad-hoc-framework-talking-tenders-in-person-2083/
- https://www.sdpscotland.co.uk/events/glasgow-city-council-mini-bus-coach-ad-hoc-framework-talking-tenders-webinar-2081/

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