Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Tender description

The Framework is for delivery of Passenger Transport Services; these will be for a range of client groups including pupils (to mainstream and special educational needs establishments), social service users, individuals travelling to health appointments, and members of the public facing social isolation. The framework will be divided into four (4) lots, based on vehicle size; small vehicles, minibuses, larger buses/coaches and adhoc and short notice journeys. The estimated value of work being tendered through the framework will average up to 20 000 000 GBP per year, although exact figures will vary depending on future budgets, integration projects, and changes in demand. The Framework will commence on 1.7.2016 and continue for an initial period of two (2) years. The Authority may extend this agreement beyond the initial term by a further two, one year extensions up to an aggregate total of four (4) years. It is estimated that this Framework value will be approximately 80 000 000 GBP over the four (4) years period. There are no minimum or maximum number of providers on this Framework. Please note that this Framework will replace the current Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Mainstream Transport for Cambridgeshire County Council. Please note — Due North/ProContract End User Training for Potential Providers: Tuesday 3.5.2016 at 10:30 — Cambridge Professional Development Centre –Foster Road, Trumpington, Cambridge, CB2 9NL Cambridge Thursday 5.5.2016 at 10:30 — March Community Centre, 34 Station Road, March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 8LE There will also be individual training available AFTER the above Group Training Sessions by appointment only during week commencing 9.5.2016. This training is optional and no details regarding this ITT or contract will be provided. It is purely how to use the e-tendering system. To book a place for the Group Training or to enquire about available dates and times for individual training please email strategic.procurement@cambridgeshire.gov.uk