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Special Education Transport Contract SASH12 and SASH17

HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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19 May 2026 at 13:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Special Education Transport Contract SASH12 and SASH17" was managed by Halton Borough Council, a local authority situated in Widnes, England. This tender, classified under the CPV code 60120000 for taxi services, falls within the services industry category. The contract covers the North West region of the United Kingdom, with a total value of £271,852. Initiated as a selective procurement using a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, the tender process reached the award stage with the contract awarded to Apec Group. The contract period spans from 1st September 2025 to 31st July 2029, following its tender period ending on 18th August 2025. This award was announced on 19th May 2026.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity for SMEs specialising in transportation services, particularly those with experience in the education sector. Halton Borough Council's preference for SMEs aligns with their focus on inclusive business practices, making this an advantageous tender for small and medium enterprises. Businesses capable of providing reliable transport services in the North West region, with an emphasis on special education needs, are well-suited to compete in this market. The structured procurement process further allows for businesses to engage meaningfully and potentially secure long-term relationships with public sector clients.

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Notice Title

Special Education Transport Contract SASH12 and SASH17

Notice Description

Special Education Transport Contract SASH12 and SASH17

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8178bbd2-d14b-49e7-94f2-53317fad4af3
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
£271,852 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£271,852 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Aug 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 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

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

APEC GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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