Coach and Mini-Bus Hire Framework

Tender description

Glasgow City Council’s current Coach and Mini‑Bus Hire Framework is due to expire on 04 January 2027. The Council therefore intends to establish a new Framework Agreement to ensure continued provision of these services. The new Framework will cover the supply of coach and mini‑bus hire services for journeys both within and out with the Glasgow city boundary, supporting the requirements of Glasgow City Council (GCC) departments and its Arm’s Length External Organisations (ALEOs). The Framework will require the provision of flexible, reliable passenger transport services, which may include: School trips and educational outings Community and corporate events, Ad-hoc and planned passenger , transport journeys, Short‑notice and on‑demand transport requirements. Lot 1: Glasgow City Councils Current Coach and Mini-bus Framework is ending on January 4th 2026. This Framework will replace the current arrangements providing both planned and ad hoc transport services primarily to education establishments. Requirements will vary in scope, from small vehicles to large coaches covering both long and short distances. Suppliers will be required to hold relevant PVG membership, operator and driving licences alongside vehicle and insurance certifications. Additional information: The Council will utilise this market engagement exercise to determine the framework lot structure.