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Special Educational Needs Transport Contract SVRP2

HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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19 May 2026 at 13:57

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Summary of the contracting process

Halton Borough Council has successfully concluded the procurement process for the "Special Educational Needs Transport Contract SVRP2", a tender categorised under taxi services. This process was managed through a selective procurement method, specifically via a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract will be carried out in the North West region of the United Kingdom, commencing on 1st September 2025 and concluding on 31st July 2029. The procurement reached its award stage on 19th May 2026, with Apec Group being the chosen supplier. The total award value is £89,600 GBP. This contract focuses on delivering transportation services for special educational needs, emphasizing the importance of providing quality services for the local community.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) interested in providing specialised transport services. The focus on taxi services for educational needs means that businesses with experience in specialised transport or those looking to expand into this niche sector can leverage this contract to bolster their growth and establish a presence in the North West region. Companies offering efficient, reliable, and tailored transport solutions are particularly well-positioned to benefit from such opportunities, setting a foundation for long-term partnerships with local councils and educational institutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Special Educational Needs Transport Contract SVRP2

Notice Description

Special Educational Needs Transport Contract SVRP2

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e500f9e-f1ea-4fef-a096-5e1f6e483c52
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
£83,600 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£89,600 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 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

APEC GROUP

Further Information

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