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Special Education Transport Contract SWLV2

HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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19 May 2026 at 14:38

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "Special Education Transport Contract SWLV2" was conducted by Halton Borough Council, based in Widnes, England. This contract falls under the industry category of taxi services, classified using the CPV scheme with the code 60120000. The procurement was carried out using a selective method by calling off from a dynamic purchasing system. The tender process reached the award stage with the contract valued at £124,200. Key dates in the contracting process include the tender period's end on 13th August 2025 and the contract period running from 1st September 2025 to 31st July 2029. The official award was made on 18th August 2025, with the notice subsequently published on 19th May 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in providing specialised transport services, particularly taxi services that cater to educational needs. It is particularly suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as Halton Borough Council specifically acknowledges their suitability. M & S Transfers, an SME based in Widnes, has been awarded this contract, which highlights the potential for local businesses to secure substantial public contracts that can contribute to their growth and stability. Businesses specialising in similar services should consider engaging in future tenders with Halton Borough Council and similar entities to expand their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Special Education Transport Contract SWLV2

Notice Description

Special Education Transport Contract SWLV2

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0fea057b-e347-44a4-8e6e-823449b20a3c
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
£124,200 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£124,200 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 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

Buyer & Supplier

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

M & S TRANSFERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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