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Provision of School and Local Transport Services - Bute

Argyll and Bute Council

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: Argyll and Bute Council

Buyer Address: Kilmory, Lochgilphead, UKM, PA31 8RT, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Annabel Travers

Contact Email: annabel.travers@argyll-bute.gov.uk

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
n/a
Published
10 Jun 2025, 09:13
Deadline
14 Jul 2025, 11:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

Argyll and Bute Council are looking to Contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school on Bute.

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Opportunity Context

Lots

Lot Description: Argyll & Bute Council are looking to contract with a transport operator who will provide safe and secure school transport on Bute. See attached tender documents for full details.

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Has Options: No

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Quality

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