Tender

Our Lady of the Magnificat - Home to School Transport for St Bede's Catholic Middle School

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has issued a tender for home to school transport services for St Bede's Catholic Middle School, located at Holloway Lane, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 7HA. The tender, titled "Our Lady of the Magnificat - Home to School Transport for St Bede's Catholic Middle School," seeks a dedicated transport solution for pupils aged 9-13 from the Bromsgrove area to the school. This procurement falls under the industry category of 'Transport services (excl. Waste transport)' with specific focus on 'Special-purpose road passenger-transport services' (CPV: 60000000, 60130000). The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, and the tender is currently in the active stage. Key deadlines include the tender submission period ending on 26 February 2025, with the contract period commencing on 1 September 2025 and concluding on 31 August 2028. The total estimated value of the contract is £405,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those specialising in school and pupil transport services. The contract's substantial value and duration offer stable revenue and growth potential for the selected provider. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate, enhancing inclusivity and competition. Businesses capable of delivering consistent, reliable, and safe transport services tailored to schoolchildren will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities and may benefit from establishing a strong partnership with a respected educational institution and the Department for Education.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Our Lady of the Magnificat - Home to School Transport for St Bede's Catholic Middle School

Notice Description

The Our Lady of the Magnificat Multi-Academy (OLOMMAC) would like to invite your company to tender for a dedicated transport provision for pupils aged 9-13 years attending St Bede's Catholic Middle School, Holloway Lane, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 7HA from the Bromsgrove area. St Bede's is a thriving Catholic Middle School in Redditch, Worcestershire with a fantastic reputation for ensuring pupils thrive in all areas of their lives. There are currently approximately 40 children accessing the current service from North Bromsgrove

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dff009c9-c955-4f82-8f54-455a64c5bee0
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£405,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DARLINGTON
Postcode
DL1 5QE
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC33 Darlington
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Darlington
Electoral Ward
Park East
Westminster Constituency
Darlington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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