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19 May 2026 at 16:36

Tender

06 Jan 2026 at 16:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the provision of Student Transport Services has concluded, led by Salford City College located in Worsley, England. The tender falls under the industry category of transport services, excluding waste transport, with a CPV classification of 60000000. Initially published on 6th January 2026, the tender process specified an open procedure, completed with the award on 19th May 2026. The service contract with Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, serving as the supplier, spans from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2028. Targeting delivery locations include the United Kingdom and various international areas, appealing broadly within these regions.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses within the transport service sector, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive student transportation solutions. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) were deemed suitable contenders for this contract, indicating a competitive chance for businesses aiming to expand service operations within this scope and geographic coverage. The open procurement method and the substantial value of the award, approximately £1,098,390, present lucrative possibilities for businesses looking to establish or extend their footprint in public sector transportation contracts.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CA16964 - Salford City College - Student Transport Services

Notice Description

Salford City College - Provision of Student Transport Services To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16964. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16964 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3a5cf012-cea1-474e-b951-9c17a8f31bef
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dc1d8c8-f53b-4bc6-9ad9-b99cdab81d55
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,098,390 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Salford City College
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORSLEY
Postcode
M28 7QD
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Walkden South
Westminster Constituency
Bolton South and Walkden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Atlantic Travel GB Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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