Tender

Sandwell Travel Assistance Flexible Purchasing System (b)

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

29 Nov 2024 at 11:59

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has initiated a flexible purchasing system for travel assistance services under the title "Sandwell Travel Assistance Flexible Purchasing System (b)." This procurement falls under the industry category of welfare services for children and young people. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 3rd January 2025, at 15:00. The services will be delivered in the West Midlands, with the contract period running from 1st February 2025 to 31st July 2034. Sandwell MBC is utilising an open procedure method for this procurement, aimed at services below the threshold as specified.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in welfare and transportation services to secure long-term contracts with a major public sector entity. The flexible purchasing system allows for multiple lots, providing a chance for various service providers to participate and grow their portfolios. While the procurement is open to all service providers, it is particularly well-suited for companies capable of delivering consistent and reliable travel assistance for both children and adults within the specified region. Given the contract's duration and scope, successful bidders could find substantial growth opportunities in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sandwell Travel Assistance Flexible Purchasing System (b)

Notice Description

Sandwell Travel Assistance Flexible Purchasing System (b) - THIRD INTAKE Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council ('Council') has established a flexible purchasing system comprising a number of Lots relating to travel assistance for children and adults ('Flexible Purchasing System'). Please Note: FO2: Contract Notice, Notice Reference 2024/S 000-017471, Published 05 June 2024.3.50PM. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Friday 03 January 2025 at 15:00hrs Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b570d8d9-fe78-4455-9387-7b6054e295fe
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jul 2034 Over 5 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Michelle Hackwood
Contact Email
michelle_hackwood@sandwell.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 569 2873

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B69 3DB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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