Contract notice
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
Bridgwater and Taunton College
Bridgwater Campus Bath Road
Bridgwater
TA6 4PZ
UK
Contact person: Kirsty Ingle
Telephone: +44 1278441214
E-mail: inglek@btc.ac.uk
NUTS: UKK23
Internet address(es)
Main address: www.btc.ac.uk
I.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge at:
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx/Home
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be sent electronically to:
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx/Home
Tenders or requests to participate must be sent to the abovementioned address
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Other: Higher and Further Education Provider
I.5) Main activity
Education
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Student Transport 2024
Reference number: KI/ST/2024
II.1.2) Main CPV code
60100000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
The aim of the Student Transport Service will be to provide high quality transport for the students and staff of the College. There are 6 lots available within this provision. Lot 1 - MOD Abbeywood to Bridgwater and Taunton College (BTC) Lot 2 - Weston-Super-Mare and Worle to BTC (Bridgwater Campus) - 2 ROUTES. Addition - One of these services needs to continue on to the Cannington Campus and Agricultural Innovation Centre, Rodway Farm (AIC);Lot 3 - Castle Cary/Shepton Mallett to BTC (Bridgwater Campus ) Lot 4 - Yeovil to BTC (Bridgwater Campus) Lot 5 - Tiverton to BTC (Bridgwater Campus) Lot 6 - Ad Hoc Journeys
II.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT:
400 000.00
GBP
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
The contracting authority reserves the right to award contracts combining the following lots or groups of lots:
Lots will be awarded to the winning supplier. Minimum of 1 lot, maximum of 6 lots
II.2) Description
Lot No: Lot 1 - MOD Abbeywood to Bridgwater and Taunton College
II.2.1) Title
Lot 1 - MOD Abbeywood to Bridgwater and Taunton College
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60100000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKK23
Main site or place of performance:
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Lot 1 - MOD Abbeywood to Bridgwater and Taunton College (BTC)
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/09/2024
End:
31/08/2027
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
Extension Period will be 1 x 1 year.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
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
Lot No: Lot 2 - Lot 2 - Weston-Super-Mare and Worle to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)
II.2.1) Title
Lot 2 - Lot 2 - Weston-Super-Mare and Worle to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60100000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKK23
Main site or place of performance:
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Lot 2 - Weston-Super-Mare and Worle to BTC (Bridgwater Campus) - 2 ROUTES. Addition - One of these services needs to continue on to the Cannington Campus and Agricultural Innovation Centre, Rodway Farm (AIC);
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/09/2024
End:
31/08/2027
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
1 x 1 year extension
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
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
Lot No: Lot 3 - Castle Cary/Shepton Mallett to BTC (Bridgwater Campus )
II.2.1) Title
Lot 3 - Castle Cary/Shepton Mallett to BTC (Bridgwater Campus )
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60100000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKK23
Main site or place of performance:
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Lot 3 - Castle Cary/Shepton Mallett to BTC (Bridgwater Campus )
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/09/2024
End:
31/08/2027
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
1 x 1 year extension
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
Yes
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
Yes
Description of options:
1 x 1 year extension
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
Lot No: Lot 4 - Yeovil to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)
II.2.1) Title
Lot 4 - Yeovil to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60100000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKK23
Main site or place of performance:
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Lot 4 - Yeovil to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/09/2024
End:
31/08/2027
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
1 x 1 year extension
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
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
Lot No: Lot 5 - Tiverton to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)
II.2.1) Title
Lot 5 - Tiverton to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60100000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKK23
Main site or place of performance:
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Lot 5 - Tiverton to BTC (Bridgwater Campus)
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/09/2024
End:
31/08/2027
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
1 x 1 Year extension
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
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
Lot No: Lot 6 - Ad Hoc Journeys
II.2.1) Title
Lot 6 - Ad Hoc Journeys
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
60100000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKK23
Main site or place of performance:
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
There is a requirement on an ad hoc basis to transport students and staff locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally to sporting events and educational field trips, University visits, Airport runs, and Residential Visits as part of the students’ curriculum.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Start:
01/09/2024
End:
31/08/2027
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
1 x 1 year extension
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
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
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:
Managing the Service Statutory Requirements a) The Contractor shall have obtained planning permission for the use of premises from which to operate a Coach or Bus / Minibus hire company. b) The Contractor shall hold, and provide the College with sight of, a valid Passenger Carrying Vehicle Operator's Licence of the relevant classification as required by Section 12 of the Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981, or a permit issued under Section 19 of the Transport Act 1985, which allows the operation of the Contract in the manner proposed, and periodically thereafter on request.c) Where applicable, the Contractor shall hold, and provide the College with sight of, a valid Radio Communication Agency Licence at all times throughout the provision of this Service. d) If a passenger is disabled and is dependent upon a guide, hearing or other assistance dog, the driver MUST allow the dog to be carried, at no charge, unless exempted under section 37 of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 and the vehicle is clearly displaying the statutory exemption certificate. Refusal to carry an assistance dog without good reason or exemption is an offence, and the College shall inform the relevant authorities of any instances where the Contractor or his staff fail to comply with this legal requirement.Professional Driver Competence and Safetya) The Contractor shall provide full details of College Service drivers qualified or experienced to the level of Driver Certificate of Professional Competence, and will inform the College immediately in writing of any changes to the status of College Service drivers.b) All drivers of vehicles classified as a Public Service Vehicle must hold the relevant Public Service Vehicle licence.Vehicles Providing the Servicea) Any vehicle designed to carry more than 8 passengers (excluding the driver) used in the delivery of this Contract must be licensed by the Traffic Commissioner as a Public Service Vehicle (PSV) and shall display the relevant PSV licence in the windscreen at all times.b) Any vehicle designed to carry up to 8 passengers (excluding the driver) used in the delivery of this Contract must be a Hackney Carriage or Private Hire Vehicle licensed by the appropriate District Council, and shall display such licence at all times.c) Vehicles shall not be loaded beyond their licensed capacity.d) The Contractor shall bear the sole responsibility of ensuring that all vehicles used for this Service are fit for purpose in all respects and comply with all relevant statutory requirements including, without limitation; Road Traffic and Licensing Legislation, the Motor Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986, Public Service Vehicles (Conditions of Fitness, Equipment and Use) Regulations 1981.e) All PSV vehicles shall have a Certificate of Initial Fitness (COIF) or a Certificate of Conformity to show the vehicle has been built or adapted to PSV standards. (if new vehicles are put onto the service this information should be provided to the college)f) All vehicles shall have a current relevant MOT certification or equivalent certification for Public Service Vehiclesg) All vehicles shall clearly display the Service Operator’s name and address.h) Where a passenger is transported in a wheelchair this must be in accordance with the Department of Transport Code of Practice, The Safety of Transport of Passengers in Wheelchairs (Publication VSE 87/1) even though the vehicle may not be a public service vehicle. The driver of such a vehicle shall have received adequate training in the securing of wheelchairs or other mobility equipment in the vehicle and will preferably have been issued with a wheelchair assessment certificate by the Driver Standards Agency. i) Where a tail-lift or ramp is fitted to the vehicle this is to comply with B.S. 6109 Part 2.
III.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
III.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
III.2) Conditions related to the contract
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
No
IV.2) Administrative information
IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date:
30/04/2024
Local time: 12:00
IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
EN
IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date:
30/04/2024
Local time: 12:05
Place:
Tenders will be open after 12:00 on 30/04/2024
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement:
Yes
VI.4) Procedures for review
VI.4.1) Review body
Bridgwater and Taunton College
Bridgwater Campus, Bath Road
Bridgwater
TA6 4PZ
UK
E-mail: PROCUREMENT@btc.ac.uk
VI.4.3) Review procedure
Precise information on deadline(s) for review procedures:
Documents are set to be reviewed on 09/05/2024 by a review panel
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
11/03/2024