--- title: "Provision of School and Local Transport Services - Tiree" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000801231" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000801231" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000801231.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000801231.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL" published: "2025-06-09" --- # Provision of School and Local Transport Services - Tiree Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000801231 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000801231) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000801231.json) ## Summary Argyll and Bute Council is conducting an open procurement process for the "Provision of School and Local Transport Services - Tiree". This tender falls under the services category and is specifically aimed at providing safe and secure school and local transport on the Isle of Tiree. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline of 10th July 2025 at 09:30. The award period is set to begin shortly after at 10:00 on the same day. The entire process is facilitated electronically through Public Contracts Scotland, and interested parties can submit their responses via this platform. The tender is classified under industry code 60000000 and has a significant contract period of 1800 days, with possible renewal between 5 to 7 years after the award. This tender represents a substantial opportunity for transport operators looking to expand their service portfolios, particularly those with experience in school and local transportation. Given the nature of the contract, businesses with a strong track record in delivering high-quality and reliable transport services would find this opportunity well-suited to their expertise. Additionally, the tender allows for electronic ordering and payment, making it accessible to tech-savvy operators looking to streamline their business operations. The presence of community benefits further accentuates the opportunity for businesses to engage in community-oriented services, thereby increasing their visibility and reputation within the local area. Overall, this procurement presents a strategic opportunity for growth in the transport sector, particularly for providers aiming to establish or enhance their presence in the region. ## Notice Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school and local transport on Tiree. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Argyll & Bute Council are looking to contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school and local transport on Tiree. See attached tender documents for full details. Renewal: Renewal will be 5-7 years after contract award. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532181 | | 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 | 9 Jun 2025 | | Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | 5 or 7 years from award. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | 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 | TLM63 Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh, Arran and Cumbrae, and Argyll and Bute | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ## Release History - 9 Jun 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532181 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532181&idx=9 10th June 2025 - ABC Community Benefits Clauses, Guidance for Tenderers - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532181&idx=8 9th June 2025 - 1130N Pricing and Capacity - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532181&idx=7 9th June 2025 - 1129N Pricing and Capacity - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532181&idx=1 9th June 2025 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532181&idx=2 9th June 2025 - Route Spec - 1129N SS1 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532181&idx=3 9th June 2025 - Route Spec - 1129N TS1A - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532181&idx=4 9th June 2025 - Route Spec - 1130N 1 of 2 SSI - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532181&idx=5 9th June 2025 - Route Spec - 1130N 2 of 2 SSI - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN532181&idx=6 9th June 2025 - Route Spec - 1130N TS1A - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN532181 Provision of School and Local Transport Services - Tiree - Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school and local transport on Tiree. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=801231 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000801231 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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