Coach Hire for Student Open Days

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12 Jan 2026

Description

The University of Exeter hosts a series of Open Days each year to allow prospective students and their guests to visit the campus, meet staff and students, and experience university life. These events are a key part of the University’s student recruitment activities and attract large numbers of visitors from across the UK. To support the smooth running of these events, the University requires a reliable and professional coach hire service to transport prospective students and guests between key locations, including Streatham and St Luke’s Campus, Exeter St David’s Train Station and Westpoint Arena. The appointed supplier(s) will play an important role in ensuring that visitors have a positive and safe experience when attending Open Days. This tender seeks to establish a contract with a reputable coach provider who can deliver a high-quality, flexible, and cost-effective transport service aligned with the University’s standards of customer service, safety, and sustainability.

Scope

Reference
UOE/2025/074/CH
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Standalone contract
Contract dates
12 Jan 2026 to 12 Jan 2029
Possible extension to 12 Jan 2030

This contract may be extended for one further 12-month period at the University’s sole discretion.

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60172000
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Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)

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Below threshold - open competition

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