--- title: "Troon Circular Bus Service" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000790481" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000790481" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000790481.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000790481.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED" published: "2025-04-11" --- # Troon Circular Bus Service Buyer: CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000790481 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000790481) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000790481.json) ## Summary CalMac Ferries Limited is currently in the tender stage for the "Troon Circular Bus Service" project, which falls under the services category within the transport industry. The procurement process is open and pertains to the region of Troon, Ayrshire (UKM94). Business users interested in this tender should note that submissions are accepted electronically until 12:00 PM on 12th May 2025. The awarded contract will commence immediately after this deadline. The contract value is £2,735,200 and the project is particularly vital due to the ongoing re-development of Ardrossan harbour, necessitating shuttle bus services to ensure connectivity between the port and the local railway station. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the transport sector, especially those with expertise in operating bus services aligned with ferry and train timetables. CalMac Ferries Ltd seeks reliable and experienced service providers who can meet the operational demands of connecting arrivals and departures efficiently. Companies with prior experience in similar projects, significant annual turnovers, and comprehensive insurance coverages are well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement process allows for potential extensions of 2 x 12 months, ensuring longer-term business prospects. This tender supports growth by offering a stable contract with the possibility of further extensions based on performance. ## Notice Troon Circular Bus Service ### Lot Information Lot 1 CalMac Ferries Ltd are looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Service Provider for a transport service during the temporary relocation of Ardrossan-Brodick ferry services to Troon as a result of the construction phase of the Ardrossan harbour re-development project, the provision of a shuttlebus service is required to enable travel interchange and connectivity between the port and local railway station. It is a condition of the service that the shuttle bus will operate to the full CFL timetable. CFL expect the Service Provider to be fully aware of operational status of sailings and train arrivals to ensure passengers are met on arrival of sailings and trains. Full details are available in Invitation to Tender document is available in PCS-T. Renewal: Optional Extensions available of 2 x 12 months ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528215 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - 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 | 11 Apr 2025 | | Submission deadline | 12 May 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,735,200 | | Lots value | Not specified | | 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 | CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED | | Locality | GOUROCK | | Post town | Paisley | | Postcode | PA19 1QP | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire | | Local authority | Inverclyde | | Electoral ward | Inverclyde West | | Westminster constituency | Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West | | Delivery location | TLM94 South Ayrshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) - 60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services - 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver ## Release History - 11 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528215 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528215 Troon Circular Bus Service - Troon Circular Bus Service ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.calmac.co.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000790481 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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