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title: "Provision of School Transport Services, Ulva & Mull (1148L)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000835226"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-22"
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# Provision of School Transport Services, Ulva & Mull (1148L)

Buyer: ARGYLL AND BUTE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000835226

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## Summary

Argyll and Bute Council is currently in the tender stage for the "Provision of School Transport Services, Ulva & Mull (1148L)", under the general public services industry category. This procurement process involves securing a vessel transport operator to provide school transport services between the regions of Ulva and Mull, located in the UKM63 region. The procurement is conducted through an open procedure with electronic submissions accepted until 12:00 UTC on 23 July 2026. Following the submission deadline, the award period is set to commence on the same date, indicating the council's intent to expedite the selection process. The contract is intended to start on 17 August 2026 and could extend up to 4 July 2031, with the possibility of a two-year renewal subject to performance evaluations.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in marine vessel operations, particularly those with expertise in secure and reliable transport services in remote areas. Companies that can demonstrate superior quality and cost-effective service provisions stand to gain a substantial contract valued on a 25% quality and 75% price criterion. It offers a stable, long-term contract with potential extensions, allowing businesses to solidify their market presence in Scotland. Furthermore, those committed to delivering community benefits as outlined in the tender documents may find additional advantages in meeting the council's expectations for positive local impact.

## Notice

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a vessel transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport between Ulva & Mull.

### 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 Ulva & 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=JUN558424 |
| 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 | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jul 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

- 22 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558424

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558424
  Provision of School Transport Services, Ulva & Mull (1148L) - Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a vessel transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport between Ulva & Mull.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=835226
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000835226
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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