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Special Education Transport Contract SBKF2

HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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19 May 2026 at 15:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Special Education Transport Contract SBKF2" has reached the award stage, facilitated by Halton Borough Council, based in Widnes, England. This contract, classified under the industry category of taxi services (CPV code 60120000), is valued at £95,000. It's a selective procurement, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The awarded supplier, ABC Taxis (NW) Ltd, will provide services in the North West region of the UK. The contract begins on 6th October 2025 and concludes on 31st July 2029. Key procurement milestones included the tender period ending on 8th September 2025, with the award being published on 19th May 2026.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the taxi service industry, particularly those with the capacity to participate in dynamic purchasing systems. The contract's duration offers businesses sustained income and the chance to build a lasting relationship with a local government body such as Halton Borough Council. Companies with expertise in specialised transport services will find this contract particularly appealing as it caters specifically to special education transport requirements in the region. Engaging with such tenders can enhance business profiles and lead to further public sector opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Special Education Transport Contract SBKF2

Notice Description

Special Education Transport Contract SBKF2

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9bf362c-317c-4f95-9bde-d2223eb8412a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£95,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Sep 20258 months ago
Contract Period
5 Oct 2025 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WIDNES
Postcode
WA8 7QF
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Halton
Electoral Ward
Central & West Bank
Westminster Constituency
Widnes and Halewood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ABC TAXIS (NW

Further Information

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