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PT1331 2022 Passenger Transport - Dynamic Purchasing System

Tender Overview

ORGANIZATION

Wiltshire Council

LOCATION

Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Bristol/Bath area, United Kingdom

VALUE

Not disclosed

DEADLINE

November 30, 2027 at 12:00

CATEGORY

Other

CPV CODE

60000000

REFERENCE

022464-2022

Project Timeline

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Original Tender Description

Wiltshire Council intends to set up a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Passenger Transport Services. There will be 2 lots. Lot I, for vehicles with over 16 seats, covering home to school and public transport. Lot 2 will be for vehicles with 16 seats and under covering SEN, social care, and home to school transport. There will also be the option for Wiltshire Council to conduct reverse e-auctions and seek Drivers and Passenger assistants under this DPS, as outlined in the tender documentation. The DPS will run for an initial term of 5 years with an option to extend for any period up to a further 2 years, as defined and at the sole discretion of the Council. The DPS will open for applications from 15/08/2022. Call-offs for tenders under the DPS will commence from 01/12/2022. If a supplier's application is successful they will then be able to receive Call-offs / mini-competition documents and be able to bid for passenger transport services as outlined, as and when it becomes available under this DPS from 01/12/2022. The Council reserves the right to also tender passenger transport services outside of this DPS.
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MANDATORY EXCLUSION GROUNDS

  • No specific mandatory exclusion grounds are detailed in the provided tender information. Bidders should refer to the full tender documentation for standard public procurement exclusion criteria.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Successfully apply and be admitted to the Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to be eligible for call-offs/mini-competitions.
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TECHNICAL CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • Be capable of providing passenger transport services using vehicles with over 16 seats for home to school and public transport (Lot 1).
  • Be capable of providing passenger transport services using vehicles with 16 seats and under for SEN, social care, and home to school transport (Lot 2).
  • Be capable of providing qualified Drivers and Passenger assistants.
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FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • No specific financial requirements (e.g., minimum turnover, insurance levels) are detailed in the provided tender information. Bidders should refer to the full tender documentation.
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SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Submit an application to the Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS).
  • Ensure the application is submitted by the deadline of 2027-11-30 12:00:00.
  • Applications will be accepted starting from 15/08/2022.

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PDF022464-2022_official.pdf
Summary:
This document is an official contract notice for Wiltshire Council's Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Passenger Transport Services, detailing the two lots, application process, and key dates for a 5-7 year term.

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67
Good

Tender Quality Score

This tender establishes a Dynamic Purchasing System for passenger transport services, structured into two lots. While the DPS framework promotes competition, the provided information lacks crucial detail, making a comprehensive quality assessment challenging without access to the full tender documentation.

Score Breakdown

Legal Compliance100/100

The tender outlines a Restricted procedure for a DPS, which is a valid procurement tool. However, the absence of detailed mandatory exclusion grounds and financial requirements in the provided summary raises questions about full compliance disclosure at this stage.

Lack of specific mandatory exclusion grounds in the provided summary.
Absence of detailed financial requirements (e.g., minimum turnover, insurance levels) in the provided summary.
Clarity40/100

The overall structure of the DPS and its lots is clear from the description. However, the lack of detailed requirements for eligibility, technical capability, and financial standing in the provided summary creates significant ambiguity for potential bidders.

Vague technical capability requirements ("Be capable of providing...") without specifying standards, fleet size, experience, or certifications.
Absence of specific financial requirements.
Completeness75/100

The provided tender information is highly incomplete, serving more as an announcement than a comprehensive tender document. Critical sections like full requirements, evaluation criteria, and actual tender documents are missing.

"DOCUMENTS (0 total)" and "No document content available" is the primary and most severe completeness issue.
Missing detailed mandatory exclusion grounds.
Fairness60/100

The DPS structure itself is generally fair as it allows new entrants throughout its term. However, the lack of detailed requirements and evaluation criteria in the provided summary makes it impossible to assess if the full tender documentation contains fair and proportionate conditions. The reservation to tender outside the DPS could potentially undermine its purpose if used excessively.

Absence of detailed requirements and evaluation criteria makes it difficult to assess potential for disproportionate or tailored conditions.
The Council's reservation to tender services outside the DPS could reduce the attractiveness and perceived fairness of participating in the DPS if not managed transparently.
Practicality40/100

The DPS model is practical for ongoing transport needs, allowing flexibility. However, the current summary's lack of detail would make it impractical for bidders to prepare a robust application without accessing the full, currently unavailable, documentation.

Bidders cannot adequately prepare an application based solely on the provided summary due to missing detailed requirements.
No information on the e-submission process, which is crucial for practicality.
Data Consistency100/100

The provided data is internally consistent, describing a DPS with two lots and a clear timeline for applications and call-offs.

Sustainability25/100

"Social Criteria" is listed as a characteristic, indicating an intent to include sustainability aspects. However, no details are provided on what these criteria entail or how they will be evaluated.

Lack of specific details regarding the "Social Criteria" or any other environmental/sustainability requirements.
Not flagged as "green procurement" by automated checks.

Strengths

Utilizes a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for flexibility and continuous market access.
Clear lot structure based on vehicle size and service type.
Long contract duration (up to 7 years) provides stability for suppliers.
Allows for the inclusion of Drivers and Passenger assistants.
Explicitly mentions "Social Criteria" (though details are missing).

Concerns

Critical: Absence of actual tender documents and detailed requirements (financial, technical, exclusion grounds).
Estimated value not disclosed, hindering business planning for potential bidders.
Lack of specific evaluation criteria for DPS admission and subsequent mini-competitions.
Vague technical capability requirements, lacking measurable standards.
Council's reservation to tender outside the DPS could impact the DPS's effectiveness and perceived value.

Recommendations

1. Ensure full tender documentation, including detailed requirements, evaluation criteria, and terms and conditions, is readily available.
2. Disclose the estimated value or provide a reasonable range to aid supplier planning.
3. Provide clear and measurable technical and financial requirements to ensure fair competition and attract qualified bidders.

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