Tender

Tender for the Supply of Local Bus Services for June 2026

• Angus Council

F02: Contract notice

Notice identifier: 2026/S 000-015923

Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-0659cf

Published 23 February 2026, 10:04am

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Section I: Contracting authority

I.1) Name and addresses

Angus Council

Angus House, Orchardbank Business Park

Forfar

DD8 1AN

Contact

Sharon Bennett

Email

PLNTransport@angus.gov.uk

Telephone

+44 3452777778

Country

United Kingdom

NUTS code

UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

Internet address(es)

Main address

http://www.angus.gov.uk/

Buyer's address

https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00236

I.3) Communication

The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at

http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address

Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via

http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

I.4) Type of the contracting authority

Regional or local authority

I.5) Main activity

General public services

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Section II: Object

II.1) Scope of the procurement

II.1.1) Title

Tender for the Supply of Local Bus Services for June 2026

Reference number

AC/26/085/INF

II.1.2) Main CPV code

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.1.3) Type of contract

Services

II.1.4) Short description

Tenders are being sought for contracted local bus services in Angus. The tender will be divided into a number of lots. Operators may bid for as many of these routes as they wish.

II.1.5) Estimated total value

Value excluding VAT: £2,000,000

II.1.6) Information about lots

This contract is divided into lots: Yes

Tenders may be submitted for all lots

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26001Arbroath - Forfar

Lot No

1

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

Main site or place of performance

Angus

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service linking Arbroath and Forfar for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26002 Arbroath - Forfar

Lot No

2

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

Main site or place of performance

Angus

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service linking Arbroath and Forfar for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26003 Arbroath - Forfar

Lot No

3

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

Main site or place of performance

Angus

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service linking Arbroath and Forfar for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26004 Arbroath - Forfar

Lot No

4

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

Main site or place of performance

Angus

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service linking Arbroath and Forfar for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26005 Arbroath Town Services

Lot No

5

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

Main site or place of performance

Angus

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service around Arbroath evenings and Sundays for access to work, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26006 Arbroath Town Services

Lot No

6

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

Main site or place of performance

Angus

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service around Arbroath evenings and Sundays for access to work, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26007 Arbroath Town Services

Lot No

7

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

Main site or place of performance

Angus

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service around Arbroath evenings and Sundays for access to work, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Work Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26008 Arbroath Town Services

Lot No

8

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

Main site or place of performance

Angus

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service around Arbroath evenings and Sundays for access to work, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26009 Auchmithie – Arbroath – Friockheim – Brechin - Stracathro

Lot No

9

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

Main site or place of performance

Angus

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from Auchmithie and Arbroath to Friockheim, Brechin and Stracathro Hospital for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26010 Auchmithie – Arbroath – Friockheim – Brechin - Stracathro

Lot No

10

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from Auchmithie and Arbroath to Friockheim, Brechin and Stracathro Hospital for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

Provision of bus service from Auchmithie and Arbroath to Friockheim, Brechin and Stracathro Hospital for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26011 Auchmithie – Arbroath – Friockheim – Brechin - Stracathro

Lot No

11

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from Auchmithie and Arbroath to Friockheim, Brechin and Stracathro Hospital for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26012 Auchmithie – Arbroath – Friockheim – Brechin - Stracathro

Lot No

12

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from Auchmithie and Arbroath to Friockheim, Brechin and Stracathro Hospital for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26013 Auchmithie – Arbroath – Friockheim – Brechin - Stracathro

Lot No

13

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from Auchmithie and Arbroath to Friockheim, Brechin and Stracathro Hospital for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26014 Auchmithie – Arbroath – Friockheim – Brechin - Stracathro

Lot No

14

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from Auchmithie and Arbroath to Friockheim, Brechin and Stracathro Hospital for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26015 Auchmithie – Arbroath – Friockheim – Brechin - Stracathro

Lot No

15

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from Auchmithie and Arbroath to Friockheim, Brechin and Stracathro Hospital for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26016 Auchmithie – Arbroath – Friockheim – Brechin - Stracathro

Lot No

16

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from Auchmithie and Arbroath to Friockheim, Brechin and Stracathro Hospital for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays or Mondays to Sundays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26017 Arbroath – Friockheim, Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

17

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from in and around and Arbroath to Arbirlot, Leysmill and Friockheim, for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26018 Arbroath – Friockheim, Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

18

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from in and around and Arbroath to Arbirlot, Leysmill and Friockheim, for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26019 Arbroath – Friockheim, Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

19

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from in and around and Arbroath to Arbirlot, Leysmill and Friockheim, for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26020 Arbroath – Redford - Friockheim

Lot No

20

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from Arbroath to Arbirlot, Leysmill and Friockheim, for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26021 Arbroath – Redford - Friockheim

Lot No

21

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from Arbroath to Arbirlot, Leysmill and Friockheim, for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26022 Arbroath – Redford - Friockheim

Lot No

22

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service from Arbroath to Arbirlot, Leysmill and Friockheim, for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26023 Arbroath - Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

23

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service in Arbroath to/from Aikman Road, Hospitalfield and Arbroath Infirmary for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26024 Arbroath - Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

24

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service in Arbroath to/from Aikman Road, Hospitalfield and Arbroath Infirmary for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26025 Arbroath - Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

25

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service in Arbroath to/from Aikman Road, Hospitalfield and Arbroath Infirmary for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26026 Arbroath – Arbirlot - Friockheim – Letham Grange - Arbroath, Auchmithie, Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

26

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service in and around Arbroath to/from Arbirlot, Friockheim, Letham Grange, Aikman Road, Hospitalfield and Arbroath Infirmary for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26027 Arbroath – Arbirlot - Friockheim – Letham Grange - Arbroath, Auchmithie, Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

27

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service in and around Arbroath to/from Arbirlot, Friockheim, Letham Grange, Aikman Road, Hospitalfield and Arbroath Infirmary for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26028 Arbroath – Arbirlot - Friockheim – Letham Grange - Arbroath, Auchmithie, Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

28

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service in and around Arbroath to/from Arbirlot, Friockheim, Letham Grange, Aikman Road, Hospitalfield and Arbroath Infirmary for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26029 Arbroath – Arbirlot - Friockheim – Letham Grange - Arbroath

Lot No

29

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service around Arbroath to/from Arbirlot, Friockheim and Letham Grange for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26030 Arbroath – Arbirlot - Friockheim – Letham Grange - Arbroath

Lot No

30

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service around Arbroath to/from Arbirlot, Friockheim and Letham Grange for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit5 / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26031 Arbroath – Arbirlot - Friockheim – Letham Grange - Arbroath

Lot No

31

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service around Arbroath to/from Arbirlot, Friockheim and Letham Grange for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26032 Arbroath – Auchmithie, Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

32

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service in Arbroath to/from Auchmithie, Aikman Road, Hospitalfield and Arbroath Infirmary for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26033 Arbroath – Auchmithie, Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

33

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service in Arbroath to/from Auchmithie, Aikman Road, Hospitalfield and Arbroath Infirmary for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26034 Arbroath – Auchmithie, Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

34

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service in Arbroath to/from Auchmithie, Aikman Road, Hospitalfield and Arbroath Infirmary for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26035 Arbroath – Auchmithie, Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

35

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service in Arbroath to/from Auchmithie, Aikman Road, Hospitalfield and Arbroath Infirmary for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26036 Arbroath – Auchmithie, Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

36

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service in Arbroath to/from Auchmithie, Aikman Road, Hospitalfield and Arbroath Infirmary for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26037 Arbroath – Auchmithie, Aikman Road & Hospitalfield

Lot No

37

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of bus service in Arbroath to/from Auchmithie, Aikman Road, Hospitalfield and Arbroath Infirmary for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2028

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26038 DRT Arbirlot, Friockheim, Letham Grange areas

Lot No

38

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of demand responsive bus service between Arbroath/Friockheim to/from Arbirlot. Leysmill and Letham Grange areas for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26039 DRT Arbirlot, Friockheim, Letham Grange areas

Lot No

39

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of demand responsive bus service between Arbroath/Friockheim to/from Arbirlot. Leysmill and Letham Grange areas for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

II.2) Description

II.2.1) Title

26040 DRT Arbirlot, Friockheim, Letham Grange areas

Lot No

40

II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)

• 60112000 - Public road transport services

II.2.3) Place of performance

NUTS codes

• UKM71 - Angus and Dundee City

II.2.4) Description of the procurement

Provision of demand responsive bus service between Arbroath/Friockheim to/from Arbirlot. Leysmill and Letham Grange areas for access to work, healthcare, shopping and leisure activities

II.2.5) Award criteria

Quality criterion - Name: Environmental Management / Weighting: 3

Quality criterion - Name: Maximisation of Passenger Benefit / Weighting: 5

Quality criterion - Name: Fair Working Practices / Weighting: 2

Price - Weighting: 90

II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

Start date

1 June 2026

End date

12 August 2029

This contract is subject to renewal

Yes

Description of renewals

Lot may be extended on an annual basis for up to a further 2 years

II.2.10) Information about variants

Variants will be accepted: Yes

II.2.11) Information about options

Options: No

II.2.13) Information about European Union Funds

The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No

II.2.14) Additional information

One lot or a combination of lots will be awarded to cover Mondays to Saturdays

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Section III. Legal, economic, financial and technical information

III.1) Conditions for participation

III.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers

List and brief description of conditions

Part IV, A: Operators are required to have a PSV Operators Licence/Special Restricted Licence Number (PM Number) at the time of submitting their tender.

III.1.2) Economic and financial standing

List and brief description of selection criteria

Must meet Angus Council's Insurance Requirements

Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required

It is a requirement that bidders hold or can commit to obtain prior to the commencement of any subsequently awarded contract the types of insurance detailed below:

Employers Liability Insurance to the extent of at least GBP10m per claim and unlimited in total.

Public Liability Insurance to the extent of at least GBP5m per claim and unlimited in total.

Motor Insurance - minimum indemnity limits: for the loss of life or personal injury unlimited; for damage to property GBP10m per claim and unlimited in total.

III.1.3) Technical and professional ability

List and brief description of selection criteria

Bus company bidders must declare that they have passed the financial standing test of the Traffic Commissioner and have a PSV Operator Licence/Special Restricted Licence.

Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required

Provide PSV Operator Licence/Special Restricted Licence Number.

III.2) Conditions related to the contract

III.2.1) Information about a particular profession

Execution of the service is reserved to a particular profession

Reference to the relevant law, regulation or administrative provision

Holders of PSV Operators Licence/Special Restricted Licence

III.2.2) Contract performance conditions

See conditions of contract

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Section IV. Procedure

IV.1) Description

IV.1.1) Type of procedure

Open procedure

IV.1.6) Information about electronic auction

An electronic auction will be used

IV.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)

The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes

IV.2) Administrative information

IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate

Date

23 March 2026

Local time

12:00pm

IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted

English

IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender

Duration in months: 3 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)

IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders

Date

23 March 2026

Local time

12:00pm

Place

Angus House, Sylvie Way, Orchardbank Business Park, Forfar DD8 1AN

Information about authorised persons and opening procedure

Authorised officers of Angus Council

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Section VI. Complementary information

VI.1) Information about recurrence

This is a recurrent procurement: Yes

Estimated timing for further notices to be published: January 2027

VI.2) Information about electronic workflows

Electronic payment will be used

VI.3) Additional information

NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=476904.

The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.

Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems.

The Contracting Authority does not intend to include a sub-contract clause in this contract.

(SC Ref:476904)

NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=606446.

The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.

Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems.

(SC Ref:606446)

Download the ESPD document here: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=606446

NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=824384.

The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.

Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems.

(SC Ref:824384)

Download the ESPD document here: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=824384

VI.4) Procedures for review

VI.4.1) Review body

Forfar Sheriff Court

Sheriff Court House, Market Street

Forfar

DD8 3LA

Email

forfar@scotcourts.gov.uk

Telephone

+44 1307462186

Country

United Kingdom