Community Minibus Transfer

Applications will reopen on Tuesday 29 April 2025

Information

Perth and Kinross Council has recognised there are a number of community groups and sport clubs who could be interested in owning and operating an ex-Council minibus. There are 17 minibuses that are expected to reach the end of their operational service period in 2024/2025. We recognise that although these minibuses will no longer be used by the Council, groups may be able to use these vehicles to enhance their service provision and provide community benefit.

Minibuses will all come with at least a 6-month MOT certificate, and an inspection report on the condition of the vehicle will be made available to any interested community groups or sport clubs. Otherwise, vehicles are 'sold as seen'. All future repairs and MOT would be required to be arranged by the purchaser. Perth and Kinross Council maintain no liability for the vehicle once ownership is transferred. In line with when a vehicle is sold at auction, only a verbal service history update will be provided, and the Council will have no liability for any asset 'sold as seen'.

Application criteria

1. Applications should be made on behalf of a constituted community group that is based in Perth and Kinross. Groups can be constituted but unincorporated, or have one of the following legal structures:

• Scottish Incorporated Charity Organisation (SCIO)
• Community Investment Company
• Community Benefit Society
• Company Limited by Guarantee

2. Applications will not be accepted from:

• private/for profit businesses
• individuals
• Community Councils

3. Groups must be able to demonstrate what benefit having a minibus would provide to their community. Where possible this should link to the Council's Corporate Plan vision and priorities.

4. Groups will be asked to provide feedback after 3 months and 6 months on the use of the vehicle and the benefits it has provided to the community.

If you require more information, please email CLD@pkc.gov.uk.