---
title: "44-seat low floor bus"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000773687"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000773687"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000773687.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000773687.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL"
published: "2024-07-26"
---

# 44-seat low floor bus

Buyer: DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000773687

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000773687)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000773687.json)

## Summary

Dumfries and Galloway Council is planning a procurement process for the hire of a 44-seat, 18 standing, low floor, wheelchair-accessible bus for public services. This procurement, classified under the CPV codes 34121000, 34121100, and 34121400 (buses and related items), is targeted specifically within the region of Dumfries (UKM92). Potential suppliers are required to confirm their immediate availability to meet the requirement. The process is in the planning stage, with a future notice expected on 12th August 2024. The hire period for the bus will be for a minimum of one month, and vehicles such as an Optare Versa or equivalent would be suitable for this tender.

This tender offers excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle hire, particularly those with experience in providing accessible public transport solutions. Companies with an inventory of low floor buses that can be made available on short notice are especially well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract could establish a foothold in public transportation services within the Dumfries region, potentially leading to future collaborations with the Dumfries and Galloway Council and other local authorities. This tender aligns well with businesses aiming to expand their services in the public sector.

## Notice

Dumfries and Galloway Council are looking to hire a 44-seat, 18 standing, low floor, wheel chair accessible bus, for public services. Vehicles such as an Optare Versa or equivalent would be suitable. The hire period would be for a minimum of 1 month.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Interested suppliers are asked to confirm if they have immediate availability meeting the requirement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL510776 |
| 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 | 26 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 12 Aug 2024 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DUMFRIES |
| Post town | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Postcode | DG1 2HP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway |
| Local authority | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Electoral ward | Nith |
| Westminster constituency | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Delivery location | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121000 - Buses and coaches
- 34121100 - Public-service buses
- 34121400 - Low-floor buses

## Release History

- 26 Jul 2024 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL510776

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL510776
  44-seat low floor bus - Dumfries and Galloway Council are looking to hire a 44-seat, 18 standing, low floor, wheel chair accessible bus, for public services. Vehicles such as an Optare Versa or equivalent would be suitable. The hire period would be for a minimum of 1 month.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.dumgal.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000773687
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=773687

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000773687. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000773687.json.