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WBCSEN188 - High Close Senior School

WOKINGHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL

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17 Jun 2025 at 09:12

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Summary of the contracting process

Wokingham Borough Council in England has conducted a selective procurement process, specifically using a restricted procedure, for SEN home to school transport services under the project titled 'WBCSEN188 - High Close Senior School'. The procurement falls under the 'Transport services (excl. Waste transport)' category with a CPV code of 60000000. The contract value is estimated at £85,500 with a minimum of £18,240 and includes service delivery in the United Kingdom. The tender reached the award stage on 17th June 2025, following the closing of the tender period on 16th June 2025. The contract is set to commence on 1st September 2025 and will end on 31st July 2026. The procurement was particularly suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant avenues for business growth, especially for SMEs capable of providing specialised transport services for educational needs. The focus on SEN (Special Educational Needs) transport offers niche market opportunities where businesses can leverage their expertise and tailor services to meet specific requirements. Companies experienced in providing efficient and reliable transport solutions in the education sector stand a good chance of securing similar tenders. With the backing of a local council authority like Wokingham Borough Council, successful suppliers can boost their credentials within the public sector, opening doors for future collaborations and contracts. The procurement method ensures a competitive yet fair selection, encouraging businesses with the right capacity and service quality to participate and grow their market position.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WBCSEN188 - High Close Senior School

Notice Description

SEN home to school transport

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-aa2be262-f9f1-407d-8e14-e564b69c8e7b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/361568e9-8cc6-44fe-a1b2-53596417bd4b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£85,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£18,240 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 6-12 months
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
WOKINGHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Nitasha Basdew
Contact Email
nitasha.basdew@wokingham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7871735946

Buyer Location

Locality
WOKINGHAM
Postcode
RG40 1BN
Post Town
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wokingham
Electoral Ward
Emmbrook
Westminster Constituency
Wokingham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALANIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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