---
title: "SPT Subsidised Local Transport Contracts"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000545194"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "STRATHCLYDE PARTNERSHIP FOR TRANSPORT"
published: "2018-07-11"
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# SPT Subsidised Local Transport Contracts

Buyer: STRATHCLYDE PARTNERSHIP FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000545194

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## Summary

The Strathclyde Partnership for Transport is inviting bids for the "SPT Subsidised Local Transport Contracts" in the transport sector, located in Glasgow, UK. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with an active timeline for applications as it is setting up a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). The tender period concludes on 8th August 2028, which offers substantial time for suppliers to prepare their qualifications. Interested parties must complete a qualification process that includes a Technical Envelope and an ESPD, with a project value estimated at £200 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in local transport services, particularly those holding a PSV Licence or Permit. Companies capable of providing innovative cost-effective solutions and those with experience in public transport contracts may find this tender advantageous. The inclusion of community benefit requirements also opens avenues for businesses focused on sustainability and social impact. As suppliers successful in the qualification process will be invited to participate in future mini-competitions, firms are encouraged to act promptly to secure their position in this lucrative market.

## Notice

SPT is setting up a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the procurement of subsidised local transport services. To join this DPS you must firstly complete a Qualification which consists of a Technical Envelope and an ESPD (European Single Procurement Document). The ESPD allows suppliers to self-declare that they a) do not fall within a ground for exclusion (or, if they do, they can demonstrate that they have taken self-cleansing measures) and b) meet the relevant selection criteria. Once the Qualification has been completed and approved, applicants will be added to a list of suppliers that will be invited to tender for future contracting opportunities in the form of mini-competitions. Please note: Suppliers must be in possession of a PSV Licence or Permit to qualify.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

SPT is setting up a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the procurement of subsidised local transport services. To join this DPS you must firstly complete a Qualification which consists of a Technical Envelope and an ESPD (European Single Procurement Document). The ESPD allows suppliers to self-declare that they a) do not fall within a ground for exclusion (or, if they do, they can demonstrate that they have taken self-cleansing measures) and b) meet the relevant selection criteria. Once the Qualification has been completed and approved, applicants will be added to a list of suppliers that will be invited to tender for future contracting opportunities in the form of mini-competitions. Please note: Suppliers must be in possession of a PSV Licence or Permit to qualify.. The current award criteria (70/30% price/quality) is subject to change and will be confirmed at each call for competition. The quality criterion (i.e. Operator Experience and Best Value Tender) is also subject to change but will be confirmed at each call for competition.

Options: Optional bids will be considered by SPT and will be evaluated on the same MEAT basis as is advertised at each call for competition. SPT reserves the right to vary a contract up to 50% of the value of the original award. Variations may include (but will not be restricted to) extension of contract and/or additional journeys.

Renewal: The DPS may be renewed after the initial 10 year period

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324985 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Aug 2028 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 10 years |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000,000 |
| Lots value | £200,000,000 |
| 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 | STRATHCLYDE PARTNERSHIP FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 5JF |
| 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 |
| Delivery location | TLM8 West Central Scotland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport

## Release History

- 11 Jul 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324985

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324985
  SPT Subsidised Local Transport Contracts - SPT is setting up a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the procurement of subsidised local transport services. To join this DPS you must firstly complete a Qualification which consists of a Technical Envelope and an ESPD (European Single Procurement Document). The ESPD allows suppliers to self-declare that they a) do not fall within a ground for exclusion (or, if they do, they can demonstrate that they have taken self-cleansing measures) and b) meet the relevant selection criteria. Once the Qualification has been completed and approved, applicants will be added to a list of suppliers that will be invited to tender for future contracting opportunities in the form of mini-competitions. Please note: Suppliers must be in possession of a PSV Licence or Permit to qualify.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2361
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
- http://www.spt.co.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000545194
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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