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title: "Provision of School Transport Services - Lorn (1340F)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bbb2"
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buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL"
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# Provision of School Transport Services - Lorn (1340F)

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bbb2

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## Summary

Argyll and Bute Council is seeking to secure a contractor for the Provision of School Transport Services in Lorn, specifying transport services as the main industry category. This tender is at the active stage of the procurement process, currently receiving submissions until 12:00 PM on 27th July 2026. The contract period is set to commence on 17th August 2026 and conclude on 4th July 2031, with potential extensions up to two years based on performance. The procurement follows an open procedure, allowing electronic submissions through the Public Contracts Scotland platform. This process emphasises both quality (25%) and price (75%) in its award criteria.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those with capacity in vessel operations for regional school transport. Companies with robust logistics, a commitment to safety, and the ability to deliver consistent and reliable services could excel since the contract is open to variant submissions and includes performance-based incentives. Companies should ensure their submissions are well-prepared and submitted electronically in advance to avoid last-minute issues. This opportunity can bolster business portfolios by facilitating long-term partnerships with the regional authority, opening avenues for growth and reputation enhancement within the public sector.

## Notice

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a vessel transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport between Lorn.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to contract with a vessel transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport in Lorn.

Renewal: The Contract may be extended for up to 2 years at the option of Argyll and Bute Council, subject to satisfactory performance of the Contract and following discussions with the successful Tenderer.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059222-2026 |
| 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 |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Aug 2026 - 4 Jul 2031 |
| Recurrence | 4 years, 4 months, 20 days or 6 years, 4 month |

## 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 | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2026 at 08:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059222-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000835448
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=835448
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00063
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx

## Provenance

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