Tender

Independent Travel Training and Travel Buddy

BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

06 Jul 2018 at 14:47

Summary of the contracting process

The Bradford Metropolitan District Council is currently seeking submissions for a tender titled "Independent Travel Training and Travel Buddy", aimed at enhancing the independence of young individuals and vulnerable adults in travelling via public transport. This procurement falls within the services category, specifically safety and personal development training services. The tender is at the active stage of the procurement process, with the submission deadline set for 3rd August 2018. The successful contract will commence on 3rd September 2018 and will run until 31st August 2020. The estimated value of the contract is £270,000 and the services are required in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom. This opportunity is being pursued through an open procurement method.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in training and support services, especially those specialising in travel training or personal development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete for this project, as the council specifically seeks to engage with organisations that can deliver tailored independent travel solutions. By winning this contract, businesses can not only expand their service offerings but also contribute positively to the community by empowering young people and vulnerable adults in navigating public transport safely.

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Notice Title

Independent Travel Training and Travel Buddy

Notice Description

To develop the independence of young people and vulnerable adults so that they can travel independently using public transport. We are seeking a provider who can offer independent travel training to enable young people and vulnerable adults to travel safely to and from their home, to either school/college or day care provision using public transport. Also to provide a 'Travel Buddy' provision to walk or accompany them on a bus, instead of arranging a taxi for them. Please visit www.yortende.co.uk to register interest and download tender documents YORtender Ref: DN352051

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c410a8f1-db9e-47b7-8506-815cd66b47f5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80550000 - Safety training services

80570000 - Personal development training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£270,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Sep 2018 - 31 Aug 2020 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1NN
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

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