--- title: "Framework Agreement for Gourock and Dunoon Replacement Bus Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d8bd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d8bd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d8bd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d8bd.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED" published: "2026-07-31" --- # Framework Agreement for Gourock and Dunoon Replacement Bus Services Buyer: CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d8bd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d8bd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d8bd.json) ## Summary CalMac Ferries Limited, the buying organisation, has initiated an open tender for a framework agreement concerning replacement bus services specified under the CPV code 60170000, focusing on hiring passenger transport vehicles with drivers. The procurement is classified under services and will primarily serve the areas of Gourock and Dunoon in Scotland (region UKM). The framework agreement aims to ensure continuity of passenger services during interruptions in ferry operations. The tender is in the 'Tender' stage, with the procurement method being an open procedure. The deadline for submissions is set for 31st August 2026, with the opening of bids scheduled for the same day. This framework carries an estimated value of GBP 600,000. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in transport services, particularly those specialising in passenger transportation with sizeable vehicle fleets. The requirement for vehicles that can accommodate around 70 passengers offers potential for larger operators to leverage existing resources. Companies capable of rapidly mobilizing buses during transportation disruptions stand to benefit from this agreement. Suppliers must meet specific economic and technical criteria, such as maintaining adequate insurance covers and demonstrating financial stability. Successful bidders will engage in a partnership that ensures the transportation network's resilience, providing a stable income stream throughout the framework's duration, with options to extend the contract by an additional 24 months. ## Notice CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is required to establish a Framework Agreement, in line with Transport Scotland requirements, for the provision of a replacement bus service. This service will be deployed in circumstances where there is a complete interruption to ferry operations, specifically when no vessels are operating on the Gourock and Dunoon routes. The Framework will ensure continuity of passenger movement during such disruptions and provide CFL with a compliant, pre-arranged mechanism for rapid mobilisation. The preferred bus capacity should hold approximately 70 passengers, but is not limited to this number. ### Lot Information Framework Agreement for Gourock Replacement Bus Services CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is required to establish a Framework Agreement, in line with Transport Scotland requirements, for the provision of a replacement bus service. This service will be deployed in circumstances where there is a complete interruption to ferry operations, specifically when no vessels are operating on the Gourock and Dunoon routes. The Framework will ensure continuity of passenger movement during such disruptions and provide CFL with a compliant, pre-arranged mechanism for rapid mobilisation. The preferred bus capacity should hold approximately 70 passengers, but is not limited to this number. Renewal: Options to extend by a further 24 months. Framework Agreement for Dunoon Replacement Bus Services CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is required to establish a Framework Agreement, in line with Transport Scotland requirements, for the provision of a replacement bus service. This service will be deployed in circumstances where there is a complete interruption to ferry operations, specifically when no vessels are operating on the Gourock and Dunoon routes. The Framework will ensure continuity of passenger movement during such disruptions and provide CFL with a compliant, pre-arranged mechanism for rapid mobilisation. The preferred bus capacity should hold approximately 70 passengers, but is not limited to this number. Renewal: Options to extend by a further 24 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072685-2026 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | 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 | 31 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £600,000 | | Lots value | £600,000 | | 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 | CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED | | Locality | GOUROCK | | Post town | Paisley | | Postcode | PA19 1QP | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire | | Local authority | Inverclyde | | Electoral ward | Inverclyde West | | Westminster constituency | Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver ## Release History - 31 Jul 2026 at 11:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072685-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.calmac.co.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000838966 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10923 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d8bd. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d8bd.json.