--- title: "Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000627462" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000627462" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000627462.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000627462.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL" published: "2020-08-11" --- # Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses Buyer: ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000627462 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000627462) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000627462.json) ## Summary Aberdeen City Council is initiating a procurement process for the title "Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses," aimed at organisations interested in operating or utilising a retired fleet of up to 10 fuel cell hydrogen buses. The procurement falls within the goods category and is classified under the general public services sector. This process is currently in the planning stage, with a future communication notice expected on 1st November 2020. Aberdeen City Council, based in Aberdeen, UK, is seeking interested parties to note their interest and considers various operational models, including leasing or educational uses. This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses in the transport and environmental sectors, particularly those that specialise in sustainable transportation solutions. Companies with expertise in operating public transport fleets, maintaining hydrogen technologies, or providing training and educational services may find this a suitable venture. The availability of these buses at no cost, although with associated operational responsibilities, offers an attractive opportunity for innovative businesses to contribute to the green transport agenda while potentially expanding their operational capabilities. ## Notice Aberdeen City Council is looking for notes of interest from organisations interested in operating or utilising a retired fleet of up to 10 fuel cell hydrogen buses. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Aberdeen City Council is looking for notes of interest from organisations interested in fuel cell hydrogen buses. These buses have been successfully operated as part of a pioneering pilot project and the Council would like to review options to extend their operational life. The Council have up to 10 fuel cell hydrogen buses which are available at no cost. However, interested parties will be liable for any ongoing operational and maintenance costs, including fuel. The buses will be provided in a road worthy condition and physical inspections can be arranged, if required. The Council are open to considering different operating models including leasing options but will also consider other uses for example as a training facility and/or for educational activities. Organisations can note interest in one or more buses up to a maximum of 10. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG392273 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | 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 | 11 Aug 2020 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 1 Nov 2020 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £123 | | 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 | ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | ABERDEEN | | Post town | Aberdeen | | Postcode | AB16 5GB | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | | Local authority | Aberdeen City | | Electoral ward | Midstocket/Rosemount | | Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North | | Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34120000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of 10 or more persons ## Release History - 11 Aug 2020 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG392273 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG392273&idx=3 19th August 2020 - Photos showing the fuel cell buses - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG392273&idx=1 14th August 2020 - Bus Specification - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=AUG392273&idx=2 14th August 2020 - PIN_Response Form - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG392273 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses - Aberdeen City Council is looking for notes of interest from organisations interested in operating or utilising a retired fleet of up to 10 fuel cell hydrogen buses. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000627462 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=627462 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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