---
title: "Provision of School and Public Transport on Islay - Route 1802J"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000661550"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL"
published: "2021-11-11"
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# Provision of School and Public Transport on Islay - Route 1802J

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000661550

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## Summary

The Argyll and Bute Council is seeking a transport operator to provide safe and secure school and public transport on Islay for Route 1802J. This procurement process is currently in the Award stage, having reached completion with the contract awarded on 10th November 2021 to B Mundell Ltd (Islay Coaches). The total contract value is £873,568.16, with the procurement method being an open procedure. The transport services are classified under the 'services' category, and all operations will be conducted within the Islay region.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in public transport and logistics, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focused on community service initiatives. Companies that can demonstrate quality service and competitive pricing are particularly well-suited to partake in such tenders. Additionally, the provision of community benefits as part of the procurement process could enhance social impact, making it appealing for businesses keen on contributing positively to the local community.

## Notice

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school and public transport on the island of Islay - Route 1802J.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school and public transport on the island of Islay - Route 1802J.

Renewal: Contract is subject to renewal in October 2022 or 2026 depending on which Option for award is chosen.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432749 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | October 2022 or 2026 depending on which Option to award is chosen. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £873,568 |

## 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 | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | B MUNDELL LTD (ISLAY COACHES |

## 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
- 60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

## Release History

- 11 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432749
- 23 Jul 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL422055

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL422055&idx=1
  23rd July 2021 - ITT
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL422055&idx=2
  23rd July 2021 - Price and Capacity Template
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL422055&idx=3
  23rd July 2021 - Community Benefit Guidance
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUL422055&idx=4
  23rd July 2021 - TS1A
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL422055
  Provision of School and Public Transport on Islay - Route 1802J - Argyll and Bute Council are looking to contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school and public transport on the island of Islay - Route 1802J.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV432749
  Provision of School and Public Transport on Islay - Route 1802J - Argyll and Bute Council are looking to contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school and public transport on the island of Islay - Route 1802J.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000661550
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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