--- title: "Framework Agreement for Gourock and Dunoon Replacement Bus Services" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000838966" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000838966" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000838966.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000838966.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED" published: "2026-07-31" --- # Framework Agreement for Gourock and Dunoon Replacement Bus Services Buyer: CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000838966 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000838966) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000838966.json) ## Summary CalMac Ferries Limited has initiated a tender process for establishing a Framework Agreement to provide replacement bus services on the Gourock and Dunoon routes in the event of ferry operation disruptions. This procurement exercise, aligned with Transport Scotland's requirements, aims to ensure continuity of passenger transport when no vessels are operating. The procurement falls under the services category and is using an open procedure method. Business entities interested in participating should note the tender will close on 31st August 2026 at 12:00 PM, with awards potentially starting immediately afterwards. The services required are expected to accommodate approximately 70 passengers per bus. The main locations for this procurement are Gourock and Dunoon, within the UKM region. This tender provides an excellent opportunity for businesses within the passenger transportation industry, particularly those adept at swiftly mobilising large-scale bus operations. Companies experienced in managing and operating large-capacity buses and those well-versed in emergency transport scenarios are well-suited to compete. The framework, with an estimated value of £600,000, involves a long-term engagement with options for extension, offering substantial room for growth. Firms fulfilling the contract must demonstrate robust economic standing and possess requisite insurance covers, making this tender particularly appealing to established players capable of meeting the specified technical and financial criteria. ## Notice CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is required to establish a Framework Agreement, in line with Transport Scotland requirements, for the provision of a replacement bus service. This service will be deployed in circumstances where there is a complete interruption to ferry operations, specifically when no vessels are operating on the Gourock and Dunoon routes. The Framework will ensure continuity of passenger movement during such disruptions and provide CFL with a compliant, pre-arranged mechanism for rapid mobilisation. The preferred bus capacity should hold approximately 70 passengers, but is not limited to this number. ### Lot Information Framework Agreement for Gourock Replacement Bus Services CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is required to establish a Framework Agreement, in line with Transport Scotland requirements, for the provision of a replacement bus service. This service will be deployed in circumstances where there is a complete interruption to ferry operations, specifically when no vessels are operating on the Gourock and Dunoon routes. The Framework will ensure continuity of passenger movement during such disruptions and provide CFL with a compliant, pre-arranged mechanism for rapid mobilisation. The preferred bus capacity should hold approximately 70 passengers, but is not limited to this number. Renewal: Options to extend by a further 24 months. Framework Agreement for Dunoon Replacement Bus Services CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is required to establish a Framework Agreement, in line with Transport Scotland requirements, for the provision of a replacement bus service. This service will be deployed in circumstances where there is a complete interruption to ferry operations, specifically when no vessels are operating on the Gourock and Dunoon routes. The Framework will ensure continuity of passenger movement during such disruptions and provide CFL with a compliant, pre-arranged mechanism for rapid mobilisation. The preferred bus capacity should hold approximately 70 passengers, but is not limited to this number. Renewal: Options to extend by a further 24 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561358 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | 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 | 31 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £600,000 | | Lots value | £600,000 | | 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 | CALMAC FERRIES LIMITED | | Locality | GOUROCK | | Post town | Paisley | | Postcode | PA19 1QP | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire | | Local authority | Inverclyde | | Electoral ward | Inverclyde West | | Westminster constituency | Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver ## Release History - 31 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561358 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561358 Framework Agreement for Gourock and Dunoon Replacement Bus Services - CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) is required to establish a Framework Agreement, in line with Transport Scotland requirements, for the provision of a replacement bus service. This service will be deployed in circumstances where there is a complete interruption to ferry operations, specifically when no vessels are operating on the Gourock and Dunoon routes. The Framework will ensure continuity of passenger movement during such disruptions and provide CFL with a compliant, pre-arranged mechanism for rapid mobilisation. The preferred bus capacity should hold approximately 70 passengers, but is not limited to this number. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.calmac.co.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000838966 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.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-r6ebe6-0000838966. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000838966.json.