---
title: "Award of Supported Bus Service Routes East Edinburgh"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000781720"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL"
published: "2024-10-31"
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# Award of Supported Bus Service Routes East Edinburgh

Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000781720

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## Summary

The City of Edinburgh Council has completed the procurement process for the "Award of Supported Bus Service Routes East Edinburgh" using the CT1318 Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Bus Services. This contract, which falls under the industry category of General Public Services with CPV classification 60112000, has been awarded to McGills Midland Bluebird. The process covered two specific lots: Route SBS 8 Craigleith - Lochend and Route SBS 10 Holyrood Gait. The procurement method used was an open procedure. The contracts were signed on 20th September 2024, marking the award stage of the procurement process. Both routes will serve the UKM75 region in East Edinburgh, catering to local public transportation needs.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in the provision of public transportation services, particularly those offering supported bus services. Large-scale service providers like McGills Midland Bluebird have proven to be well-suited for such contracts, indicating substantial prospects for businesses with the capability to operate extensive bus routes efficiently. Companies specialising in regional transport services and those looking to expand in the Scottish market would find this contract beneficial for growth. Engagement in such public service undertakings can enhance visibility and establish a foothold in the local transport industry.

## Notice

Award of Supported Bus Service Routes East Edinburgh using CT1318 Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Bus Services. Lot 1: Route SBS 8 Craigleith - Lochend Lot 2: Route SBS 10 Holyrood Gait

### Lot Information

Route SBS 8 Craigleith - Lochend

Award of Supported Bus Service SBS 8 Craigleith - Lochend

Route SBS 10 Holyrood Gait

Award of Supported Bus Service SBS 10 Holyrood Gait

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT517244 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,812,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MCGILLS MIDLAND BLUEBIRD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60112000 - Public road transport services

## Release History

- 31 Oct 2024 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT517244

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT517244
  Award of Supported Bus Service Routes East Edinburgh - Award of Supported Bus Service Routes East Edinburgh using CT1318 Dynamic Purchasing System for the Provision of Supported Bus Services. Lot 1: Route SBS 8 Craigleith - Lochend Lot 2: Route SBS 10 Holyrood Gait

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000781720

## Provenance

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