---
title: "Provision of School Transport Services - Lorn (1314G)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000816827"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-11"
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# Provision of School Transport Services - Lorn (1314G)

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000816827

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## Summary

Argyll and Bute Council is seeking to secure a contract for the provision of school transport services within the Lorn area, involving the safe transfer of students between Kerrera Marina and Oban North Pier. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a deadline for electronic submissions set for 12:00 midday on 11th June 2026. This is an open procurement procedure, under the category of services, focusing on general public services. The contract is slated to commence on 17th August 2026 and conclude on 4th July 2031, with the option for a two-year extension subject to performance. The procurement is occurring in the UKM63 region, and the council encourages electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland Post-box facility.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for vessel transport operators to expand their business by partnering with a local authority. It is particularly well-suited to organisations with expertise in providing safe and reliable maritime transport services and those capable of meeting the specified requirements and delivering community benefits. Companies that thrive on long-term, sustainable contracts should consider engaging with this procurement process, given the potential contract duration and the scope for renewal. The emphasis on a high quality of service, coupled with pricing considerations, rewards those who can balance value and efficient service delivery.

## Notice

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a vessel transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport between Kerrera Marina and Oban North Pier.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to contract with a vessel transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport between North Kerrera Marina and Oban's North Pier.

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=MAY555545 |
| 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 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Aug 2026 - 4 Jul 2031 |
| Recurrence | 4 years, 4 months, 20 days or 6 years, 4 month |

## 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

- 11 May 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555545

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555545
  Provision of School Transport Services - Lorn (1314G) - Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a vessel transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport between Kerrera Marina and Oban North Pier.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=816827
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000816827
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/

## Provenance

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