Tender

Transport For Ellar Carr Pupil Referral Unit in Thackley, Bradford

BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

05 Jun 2017 at 12:38

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is seeking a sole supplier for the transport of pupils to and from the Ellar Carr Pupil Referral Unit in Thackley, Bradford. This procurement, titled "Transport For Ellar Carr Pupil Referral Unit," falls under the non-scheduled passenger transport services category and is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 28 June 2017. The contract is valued at £120,000 and is expected to commence on 30 June 2017, lasting until 31 July 2018. Suppliers are required to ensure safe, reliable, and sensitive service provision, accommodating the needs of vulnerable children.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the transport services industry, especially those that specialise in providing personalised and safe transport solutions for vulnerable groups. Companies that are well-suited to compete include small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with experience in logistics and passenger transport, particularly those that can demonstrate the ability to deliver high-quality, compliant services in a sensitive context. This contract could potentially lead to further engagements within the public sector and enhance the supplier's reputation in providing inclusive transport services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Transport For Ellar Carr Pupil Referral Unit in Thackley, Bradford

Notice Description

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council (the "Council") has responsibility for the Pupil Referral Unit ("PRU") at Ellar Carr, Ellar Carr Road, Thackley, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD10 0TD. The PRU takes a number of challenging children from the Bradford District with around 20% of the Pupils currently being in the care of the Council. There are currently about 60 children overall but this may increase over time. The PRU's aim is to prepare Pupils for a successful transition to further education or training at the age of 16. Most Pupils join the PRU in Year 7 or during Year 9. The school serves a wide geographical area of Bradford and the surrounding area. Clients using the service may be vulnerable and may suffer from learning disabilities, behavioural problems, have sensory or hearing difficulties, an autistic spectrum disorder or another physical disability. Therefore, some journeys will require that an Escort be provided by the PRU to accompany them. The PRU is looking to a sole Supplier to provide transport to and from the PRU for Pupils and Escort (as appropriate) during the course of a normal academic year. The Supplier must provide a quality, reliable and efficient service to all users ensuring equal opportunity principles apply. Critically, the service must: * Safe - the safety of each Pupil and Escort under your care is the most important element. It should be evident in every aspect of the service including staff employment, safeguarding requirements, training, operational processes, vehicle procurement, maintenance and cleanliness; * Sensitive - operators and their staff should understand the needs of the Pupil and treat them appropriately; * Reliable - vehicles must arrive at the right location and on time, every time.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecf4e8a9-16ed-481c-85ce-00e8ccab6703
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60112000 - Public road transport services

60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport

60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jun 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jun 2017 - 31 Jul 2018 1-2 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
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 1HX
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

Further Information

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