---
title: "Provision of School and Local Transport Services in Mid Argyll"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000541622"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL"
published: "2018-07-09"
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# Provision of School and Local Transport Services in Mid Argyll

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000541622

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Argyll and Bute Council, located in Lochgilphead, UK, seeking service providers for the "Provision of School and Local Transport Services in Mid Argyll." This active tender, initiated under an open procedure, is aimed at securing transport routes for schools in the Mid Argyll area. The submission period concluded on 4th June 2018, with an award date of 9th July 2018. The contract has a duration of up to five years, including options for extension, and is classified under general public services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in transport services, particularly those that can deliver community benefits as outlined by the council. Companies offering experiences in school transport, logistics, and those committed to social, economic, and environmental improvements through their services would be well-suited to compete. The successful contractor will not only gain a contract but will also contribute to community initiatives, which can enhance their reputation and business development within the region.

## Notice

Provision of eight school and local transport routes in the Mid Argyll area of Argyll and Bute.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of eight school and local transport routes in the Mid Argyll area of Argyll and Bute.

Renewal: Contract is eligible for two annual contract extensions in 2023 and 2024.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324958 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award 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, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jun 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jul 2018 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Contract could be extended by two further years, renwals will be considered in the years 2023-2025. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | TLM8 West Central Scotland |

## 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

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2018 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324958
- 3 May 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY318313

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY318313
  Provision of School and Local Transport Services in Mid Argyll - Provision of eight school and local transport routes in the Mid Argyll area of Argyll and Bute.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324958
  Provision of School and Local Transport Services in Mid Argyll - Provision of eight school and local transport routes in the Mid Argyll area of Argyll and Bute.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000541622
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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