--- title: "Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000809983" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000809983" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000809983.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000809983.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ANGUS COUNCIL" published: "2025-12-23" --- # Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Buyer: ANGUS COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000809983 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000809983) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000809983.json) ## Summary Angus Council is seeking tenders for the supply of school transport services, with the process currently in the tender stage. This public procurement opportunity, titled "Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026," is set in the education industry category and covers multiple conveyance routes throughout the region of Angus (UKM71). The procurement follows an open procedure, with electronic submission of bids required by 24 October 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract, valued at approximately £5,000,000, will commence on 7 January 2026 and is expected to last until 1 July 2027, with the potential for annual renewals for up to two additional years. This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for transport operators with existing PSV Operators Licences or equivalent qualifications. Small to medium-sized enterprises with capabilities in passenger transport services, especially those familiar with school transport logistics, are well-suited to bid. It offers the chance to secure long-term contracts and expand service reach, benefiting operators within and potentially outside the Angus area. The tender encourages participation by allowing bids on multiple routes, providing flexibility and potential for increased business volume. ## Notice Tenders are being sought for a number of School conveyance contracts. Operators may bid for as many of these routes as they wish ### Lot Information A/3 A923/Balshando to Birkhill PS Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/3a A923/Balshando to Birkhill PS Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/8 A923/Ledyatt Farmhouse R/E to Birkhill PS Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/13 Old Farmhouse West Bank to Monikie PS Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/16 A90/Windymill Farm R/E to Murroes PS Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/17 Barns of Wedderburn Junction to Murroes PS Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/34 Newbigging Toll to Carnoustie HS Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/34a Newbigging Toll to Carnoustie HS Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/35 Baldovie Toll to Carnoustie High School Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/35a Baldovie Toll to Carnoustie High School. Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/37 Westhall Terrace to Monifieth High School. Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/38 Barns of Wedderburn Junction to Monifieth HS Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/39 Muirloch Farm R/E to Monifieth High School. Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/39a Muirloch Farm R/E to Monifieth High School. Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/40 A923/Balshando Cottage R/E to Monifieth HS Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/41 Liff Primary School to Monifieth High School. Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/41a Liff Primary School to Monifieth High School. Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/42 Castle Street, Newtyle to Monifieth High School. Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/42a Castle Street, Newtyle to Monifieth High School Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/43 Bonnyton, Knowhead Junction to Monifieth High School. Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. A/43a Bonnyton, Knowhead Junction to Monifieth High School. Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. F/14 Emmock Farm R/E to Forfar Academy Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. ASD/1 Milne's Land Kirriemuir to Kingspark School Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. ASD/11 Pitreuchie Place Forfar to Kingspark School Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 Renewal: Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC546313 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | 24 Oct 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 12 Nov 2020 | | Contract period | 7 Jan 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £1,870,076 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Active, Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ANGUS COUNCIL | | Locality | FORFAR | | Post town | Dundee | | Postcode | DD8 1AN | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM03 Angus and Dundee City | | Local authority | Angus | | Electoral ward | Forfar and District | | Westminster constituency | Angus and Perthshire Glens | | Delivery location | TLM71 Angus and Dundee City | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 5 | | Supplier names | JP MINI COACHES; MOFFAT & WILLIAMSON; SHORTS TRAVEL; WISHARTS (FRIOCKHEIM; Z & H TRAVEL | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 34121000 - Buses and coaches - 60112000 - Public road transport services - 60120000 - Taxi services - 60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services - 60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport - 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver - 60171000 - Hire of passenger cars with driver ## Release History - 23 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC546313 - 11 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539062 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539062&idx=1 11th September 2025 - Conditions of Contract - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=SEP539062&idx=2 11th September 2025 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539062 Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 - Tenders are being sought for a number of School conveyance contracts. Operators may bid for as many of these routes as they wish - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC546313 Tender for the supply of School Transport Services Commencing January 2026 - Tenders are being sought for a number of School conveyance contracts. Operators may bid for as many of these routes as they wish ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.angus.gov.uk/ - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000809983 - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/ ## 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-r6ebe6-0000809983. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000809983.json.