Provision of Inter-Campus Bus Services for University of Bedfordshire
University Of Bedfordshire · Awarded contract
AwardedProvision of Inter-Campus Bus Services for University of Bedfordshire
Awarded 31 Aug 2015
Awarded31 Aug 2015
Value£300,000.00
SupplierGrant Palmer Ltd,Centrebus
RegionEast of England
CategoryTransport & Logistics
Ended 6y 2mo ago5y term
Awarded 31 Aug 2015Expired 31 Aug 2020
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University Of Bedfordshire awarded a contract to Grant Palmer Ltd and Centrebus for the provision of regular inter-campus and ad-hoc bus services connecting its campuses in Bedford, Luton, and Milton Keynes.
The contract, valued at £300,000, covers scheduled and on-demand transportation for university staff and students.
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