Provision of Student Transport for Harper and Keele Veterinary School (2022-2025)
Keele University · Awarded contract
AwardedProvision of Student Transport for Harper and Keele Veterinary School (2022-2025)
Awarded 03 Oct 2022
Awarded03 Oct 2022
Value£474,000.00
SupplierHolmeswood Coaches Ltd
AgencyKeele University
RegionWest Midlands
CategoryTransport & Logistics
Ended 1y 6mo ago2y 8mo term
Awarded 3 Oct 2022Expired 23 May 2025
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Keele University awarded a contract to Holmeswood Coaches Ltd for the provision of transport services for Harper and Keele Veterinary School students across the 2022-2023, 2023-2024, and 2024-2025 academic years.
The contract facilitates travel between the Harper Adams University and Keele University campuses for joint lectures and teaching for Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3 students.
The estimated total value over the duration is £474,000 including VAT.
The award evaluation criteria weighted quality/technical at 700 marks and price at 300 marks.
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