Transport Inequalities Research

What this is

Argyll and Bute Council, on behalf of the Argyll and Bute Community Planning Partnership (CPP), is seeking to commission research to identify and quantify transport-related inequalities experienced by individuals and communities across the Argyll and Bute area. The research should collect detailed qualitative and quantitative data from the widest possible representation of residents, and findings should be presented in a format suitable for onward policy analysis and development of a framework for addressing transport infrastructure inequalities.

Key points

• Research contract: qualitative and quantitative data on transport inequalities in Argyll and Bute
• Estimated value GBP 45,000 over 8 months; 60% Quality / 40% Price evaluation
• Submission via PCS Postbox by 17:00 on 17 July 2026
• Outputs must support policy development for the Local Development and Land Use Plan and Regional Land Use Framework

Who can bid

Economic and financial standing and technical and professional ability as stated in procurement documents. Staff names and professional qualifications must be indicated. This contract may include options to extend if required.

How it is scored

Quality 60% · Price 40% 60% Quality, 40% Price. Full details in attached ITQ document.

How to submit

Electronic responses via Public Contracts Scotland Postbox facility at www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk. Full details in the ITQ document. Deadline: 17 July 2026 at 17:00.

Clarifications

Clarification questions via PCS Q&A facility. Full details in the attached ITQ - Transport Inequalities Research document and ABC General Conditions of Contract - Services.

Contract period

8 months duration. Contract may be extended if required. Tenders opened on 20 July 2026 at 09:00.

Classification

CPV 73110000 — Research services 71311200 — Transport systems consultancy services ScotlandHighlands and IslandsArgyll and Bute