Purchase of Four Buses for the Department for Education
Department for Education · Awarded contract
AwardedPurchase of Four Buses for the Department for Education
Awarded 29 Mar 2026
Awarded29 Mar 2026
Value$1,748,664.50
AgencyDepartment for Education
StateSA
CategoryTransport & Logistics
Expires in 5mo12mo term, 61% elapsed
Awarded 29 Mar 2026Expires 28 Mar 2027
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The Department for Education awarded a contract to Able Tours Pty Ltd T/A Able Bus and Coach for the purchase of three 4WD 21-seater buses and one 2WD 50-seater bus with wheelchair capability, valued at AUD 1,748,664.5.
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