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Framework Agreement for ​​Gourock and Dunoon Replacement Bus Services​

CalMac Ferries Limited · tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 26 Sept 2026, 11:12.

Opportunity overview

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.

Classification

  • CPV60170000 — Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Lots

  • Framework Agreement for ​​Gourock Replacement Bus Services​£300k
  • Framework Agreement for ​​Dunoon Replacement Bus Services​£300k

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
CSOP25-596
Status
active
Main Procurement Category
services
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Has Recurrence
No

Legal basis

Id
32014L0024
Scheme
CELEX

Classification

Scheme
CPV
Id
60170000
Description
Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Lot Details

Submission Method

electronicSubmission

Communication

Selection criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
economic
Description
The bidder confirms they already have or can commit to obtain, prior to the commencement of the contract, the levels of insurance cover indicated below: Employer’s Liability Insurance = GBP 1 Million Professional Indemnity Insurance = GBP 1 Million
Minimum
The following ratios must be confirmed based on your latest set of published accounts. Return on Capital Employed: must be at a ratio greater than “0” Acid Test (Current Ratio): Current Ratio must be greater than “1” Gearing: Gearing must be a figure of less than 100% Interest Coverage: Interest Coverage must be a figure of 2 or above

Applies To

supplier

Contract terms

Performance Terms
As stated in the procurement documents.
Has Electronic Ordering
Yes
Electronic Invoicing Policy
allowed
Has Electronic Payment
Yes

Other Requirements

Requires Staff Names And Qualifications
Yes

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Maximum Participants
1

Covered By

GPA

Tender Period

Ends
31 Aug 2026, 12:00

Submission terms

Languages

en

Bid Validity Period

Duration In Days
90

Expected award period

Starts
31 Aug 2026, 12:00

Bid Opening

Date
31 Aug 2026, 12:00

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Framework Agreement for ​​Gourock Replacement Bus Services​
Description
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.
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
No
Status
active

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Technical
Type
quality
Description
20
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
80

Value

Amount
300,000
Currency
GBP

Contract period

Duration In Days
720

Renewal

Description
Options to extend by a further 24 months.

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Framework Agreement for ​​Dunoon Replacement Bus Services​
Description
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.
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
No
Status
active

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Technical
Type
quality
Description
20
Criterion 2
Type
price
Description
80

Value

Amount
300,000
Currency
GBP

Contract period

Duration In Days
720

Renewal

Description
Options to extend by a further 24 months.

Submission terms

Variant Policy
notAllowed

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
60170000
Description
Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM

Delivery Location

Description
Gourock
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
60170000
Description
Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKM

Delivery Location

Description
Dunoon

Published documents

Entry 1
Document Type
technicalSelectionCriteria
Id
technical

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
CalMac Ferries Limited
Id
GB-FTS-6996

Identifier

Legal Name
CalMac Ferries Limited

Address

Street Address
Ferry Terminal
Locality
Gourock
Region
UK
Postal Code
PA19 1QP
Country Name
United Kingdom

Contact

Name
Calum Bell
Telephone
+44 1475650230

Roles

buyer
centralPurchasingBody

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
TED_CA_TYPE
Id
BODY_PUBLIC
Description
Body governed by public law
Entry 2
Scheme
COFOG
Description
Ferry Operator
Organisation 2
Name
Greenock Sheriff Court
Id
GB-FTS-185451

Identifier

Legal Name
Greenock Sheriff Court

Address

Locality
Greenock
Postal Code
PA15 1TP
Country Name
United Kingdom

Roles

reviewBody

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Gourock · UK · PA19 1QP · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKM

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

1 VERSION
  1. 072685-2026tender ·