--- title: "Provision of School Transport Services - Mull (1166C)" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000815448" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815448" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000815448.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000815448.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-12" --- # Provision of School Transport Services - Mull (1166C) Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000815448 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815448) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000815448.json) ## Summary Argyll and Bute Council awarded a contract for school transport services on the Isle of Mull, indicating completion of the procurement process. The council, located in Lochgilphead, initiated this tender to ensure safe school transport services. The tender process followed an open procurement method, focusing on service delivery within the services category. With an award date of March 11, 2026, school transport services were set to commence early January 2026, with a contract period lasting until August 2030, and potential extensions subject to satisfactory performance. This tender presents growth opportunities, especially for transport operators capable of providing secure transport services. Firms with experience in public service transportation and those classified as SMEs could find this to be a lucrative opportunity given the size and scope of the contract valued at £130,625. The open procedure and emphasis on electronic submissions highlight inclusivity, encouraging companies to leverage technological capabilities. High emphasis on pricing (75% of the award criteria) allows competitive pricing strategies, making it particularly appealing to cost-efficient operators. ## Notice Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport on Mull. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Argyll and Bute Council are looking to contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport on Mull. Renewal: The Contract may be extended for up to 2 years at the option of Argyll and Bute Council, subject to satisfactory performance of the Contract and following discussions with the successful Tenderer. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551523 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | 12 Dec 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 11 Mar 2026 | | Contract period | 5 Jan 2026 - 13 Aug 2030 | | Recurrence | 4 years, 7 months, 9 days or 6 years, 7 months, 9 days from award. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £130,625 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## 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 | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | FLORA CORBETT | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ## Release History - 12 Mar 2026 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551523 - 12 Nov 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543353 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543353&idx=1 12th November 2025 - Invitation to Tender - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543353&idx=2 12th November 2025 - 1166C SS1 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543353&idx=3 12th November 2025 - Pricing Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543353&idx=4 12th November 2025 - Community Benefit Guidance - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543353&idx=5 12th November 2025 - Community Benefits - Website - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=NOV543353&idx=6 12th November 2025 - Community Benefits List - Website - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV543353 Provision of School Transport Services - Mull (1166C) - Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport on Mull. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR551523 Provision of School Transport Services - Mull (1166C) - Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport on Mull. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000815448 - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/oban-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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