This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

04 Sep 2020 at 11:05

Tender

23 Apr 2019 at 16:03

Summary of the contracting process

Medway Council is overseeing the procurement process for the "Medway Council Transport Framework V2," focused on providing high-quality transport services primarily for pupils with Special Educational Needs in the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, with a total value of £20 million. The tender was published on 23rd April 2019, and the submission deadline was 28th May 2019. The contract period commenced on 1st September 2019 and concludes on 31st August 2023, aiming to ensure safe and timely transport for users.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the transport services sector, particularly those specialised in providing care-driven transport solutions. Companies eligible to bid include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that can fulfil the requirements for solo and shared transport. Participation in this framework could lead to sustained contracts with the council, thereby fostering growth within the local economy.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Medway Council Transport Framework V2

Notice Description

Medway Council is seeking to commission a high quality, cost effective transport provision. The main users of this transport will be pupils requiring home to school transport, predominantly those with Special Educational Needs. The framework will be split into two lots; (1) Solo transport requirements, (2) Shared transport requirements. Bidders can bid for one or both lots.The outcomes from the service are as follows: 1. To be collected and arrive at their placement on time. 2. To be collected on time at the end of the day and returned home safely. 3. To remain in the vehicle for the shortest possible journey. 4. To be kept safe in the vehicle during travel to and from their placement. 5. To be supported with any health or other emergencies should they arise. 6. To have a positive experience The tender documentation in its entirety can be obtained by expressing an interest on the Kent Business Portal. All clarification questions must also be raised through the Kent Business Portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d7f24f91-6da1-4b48-b6e1-b628748ce124
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/273f2649-ccd1-4105-86a4-cc2f993818de
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, 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
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jul 20197 years ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2019 - 31 Aug 2023 4-5 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
Medway Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHATHAM
Postcode
ME4 4TR
Postcode Area
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

Mr R Ahmed T/A SAS Executive Travel

Canada cabs

Rainham Coach Co Ltd

24x7 Ltd

Norse Commercial Services Limited

MC PERSONNEL LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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