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SEND

SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL

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30 Jan 2026 at 14:35

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by Surrey County Council pertains to transport services, specifically focusing on the Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) category. This contract, identified under the title "SEND," is categorised within the services industry and falls under the CPV code 60000000, excluding waste transport. It took place in the UK region denoted as UKG13. The process concluded at the award and contract stage on 30 January 2026, with an open procedure method ensuring transparency and competition under the regulations of the General Procurement Agreement (GPA). The tender process had seen bids considering various quality criteria, though the lot status was eventually marked as cancelled.

This contract presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those with capabilities in supporting educational transport needs. Optimum Cars Limited, a large-scale supplier, secured the award, showcasing strong qualifications and competitive pricing in the industry. Companies that excel in quality transport service delivery and customer satisfaction could find opportunities for growth by aligning with similar contracts in the future. They are advised to possess a solid understanding of local transport requirements and demonstrate an ability to meet both quality and price performance criteria effectively.

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Notice Title

SEND

Notice Description

SEND

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061322
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008519-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£7,006 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Surrey Inbox
Contact Email
tcc.enforcement@surreycc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
KINGSTON UPON THAMES
Postcode
KT1 2DN
Post Town
Kingston upon Thames
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
TLG13 Warwickshire CC

Local Authority
Kingston upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kingston Town
Westminster Constituency
Kingston and Surbiton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPTIMUM CARS

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