---
title: "Purchase of Mini Bus - call off from CCS RM6244 Lot 2"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000823174"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BORDERS COLLEGE"
published: "2026-02-09"
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# Purchase of Mini Bus - call off from CCS RM6244 Lot 2

Buyer: BORDERS COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000823174

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## Summary

Borders College, located in Galashiels, has completed the procurement of a mini bus under the project titled "Purchase of Mini Bus - call off from CCS RM6244 Lot 2." This procurement falls within the education industry category and took place in the Scottish Borders region, with a primary focus on enhancing transportation for student field trips and curriculum activities. The exercise was conducted using an open procurement method within the frameworks of the CCS RM6244 Lot 2, specifically for Light and Medium Commercial Vehicles. The procurement stage for this contract is complete, and the contract was awarded to Ford Motor Company Ltd on 22nd January 2026, with the mini bus now forming part of Borders College's fleet replacement project.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in commercial vehicle supply and fleet management. Large-scale vehicle manufacturers, particularly those capable of fulfilling framework agreements like CCS RM6244, would find this contract beneficial for business growth. As a single supplier was involved, this highlights a competitive landscape for future procurements by Borders College. Furthermore, the entry into such contracts can pave the way for further business with other educational and public sector organisations, especially those looking to renew or expand their vehicle fleets to meet transportation and operational needs.

## Notice

Replacement of old mini bus for student field trips and curriculum related activities.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The college mini bus fleet was retired due to end of life and a new 17 seater mini bus was required as part of the fleet replacement project. CCS Framework RM6244 was used to call off from Lot 2 - Light and Medium Commercial Vehicles.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549158 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £43,221 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BORDERS COLLEGE |
| Locality | GALASHIELS |
| Post town | Galashiels |
| Postcode | TD1 3HE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM91 Scottish Borders |
| Local authority | Scottish Borders |
| Electoral ward | Galashiels and District |
| Westminster constituency | Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk |
| Delivery location | TLM91 Scottish Borders |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FORD MOTOR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34100000 - Motor vehicles
- 34114400 - Minibuses

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549158

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549158
  Purchase of Mini Bus - call off from CCS RM6244 Lot 2 - Replacement of old mini bus for student field trips and curriculum related activities.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.borderscollege.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823174

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