---
title: "Invitation to Quote for the provision of School Teacher Transport - Flotta"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000690541"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL"
published: "2022-04-15"
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# Invitation to Quote for the provision of School Teacher Transport - Flotta

Buyer: ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000690541

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## Summary

Orkney Islands Council is inviting quotes for the provision of transport services for school teachers and officials visiting the outlying school on Flotta. This procurement, classified under the services industry category, is currently in the Tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 5th May 2022. The total estimated value of the contract is £6,000, and the contract period is anticipated to commence on 23rd May 2022, lasting for 12 months with an option to extend for a further year. Bids will be opened electronically on the same date as the deadline at the PCS Postbox.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for transport service providers, particularly those specialising in school-related transportation and ferry logistics. Companies equipped to ensure safe and reliable transport solutions within the Orkney Islands' unique geographical context will find this opportunity suitable. Suppliers should also be prepared to demonstrate compliance with specific criteria outlined in the Invitation to Quote document, as timely and well-prepared submissions are crucial for success in this competitive process.

## Notice

Provision of transport for School Teachers and OIC officials (visiting the school) arriving by ferry to the outlying school on Flotta.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of transport for School Teachers and OIC officials (visiting the school) arriving by ferry to the Flotta school. The Authority has a requirement for School Teacher Transport to provide for the safe, reliable and flexible conveyance of teachers and OIC officials visiting the schools arriving by ferries to and from schools, during the school year (195 days).

Renewal: The initial contract is for a period of 12 months with a 12 month extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446233 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract 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 |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 5 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 May 2022 - 22 May 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,000 |
| Lots value | £6,000 |
| 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 | ORKNEY ISLANDS COUNCIL |
| Locality | KIRKWALL |
| Post town | Kirkwall |
| Postcode | KW15 1NY |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Orkney Islands |
| Electoral ward | Kirkwall East |
| Westminster constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
| Delivery location | TLM65 Orkney Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport
- 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446233

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR446233&idx=2
  15th April 2022 - 002 - Appendix A - Monthly Log
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=APR446233&idx=1
  15th April 2022 - 001 - School Teacher Transport - Flotta ITQ
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR446233
  Invitation to Quote for the provision of School Teacher Transport - Flotta - Provision of transport for School Teachers and OIC officials (visiting the school) arriving by ferry to the outlying school on Flotta.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.orkney.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
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- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=690541
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