---
title: "Demand Responsive Passenger Transport Services Operation - Request for Information"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000641590"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2021-01-22"
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# Demand Responsive Passenger Transport Services Operation - Request for Information

Buyer: ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000641590

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## Summary

Aberdeenshire Council is seeking suppliers for the "Demand Responsive Passenger Transport Services Operation - Request for Information," aimed at providing local bus services in Aberdeenshire. This tender is currently in the planning stage, with the closing date for supplier submissions set for 8th February 2021. The estimated value of the contract is £1,655,000, and potential operators are encouraged to express their interest by completing the Request for Information available on the official procurement site. The operation will be based in the region of Aberdeen (UKM50).

This procurement opportunity represents significant potential for transport operators and service providers in the public transportation sector. Businesses specialising in demand-responsive transport services, particularly those that can provide flexible transportation solutions on a local basis, will be well-positioned to compete. The tender allows for the operation of transport services that cater to the general public, which could involve multiple vehicles and varied routes, creating further opportunities for companies looking to expand their service offerings in Aberdeenshire.

## Notice

Supplier interest is sought in the Operation of Demand Responsive Passenger Transport Services in Aberdeenshire, registered as local bus services for the general public. Potential operators are invited to complete and return the form in the Further Info Additional Documents section of this notice.

### Lot Information

Inverurie Area DRT Service

The operation of a Demand Responsive Transport service open to the general public, on Mondays to Saturdays, potentially comprising 5 vehicles.

Deeside Area DRT Service

The operation of a Demand Responsive Transport service open to the general public, on Mondays to Saturdays, potentially comprising 2 vehicles.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN404864 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 22 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Mar 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,655,000 |
| 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 | ABERDEENSHIRE 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

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 60100000 - Road transport services
- 60112000 - Public road transport services
- 60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2021 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN404864

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN404864&idx=1
  22nd January 2021 - Additional information and Form for supplier to complete if interested
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN404864
  Demand Responsive Passenger Transport Services Operation - Request for Information - Supplier interest is sought in the Operation of Demand Responsive Passenger Transport Services in Aberdeenshire, registered as local bus services for the general public. Potential operators are invited to complete and return the form in the Further Info Additional Documents section of this notice.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000641590
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=641590

## Provenance

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