Tender

Transport Service for Manchester Schools Swimming Programme. P-1195 (TC451)

MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

26 Mar 2026 at 16:31

Summary of the contracting process

The Manchester City Council is seeking a contractor for its Transport Service for the Manchester Schools Swimming Programme, a national curriculum programme recognised for its high attainment levels. This procurement falls under the industry category of road transport services, and will involve transporting pupils safely from different locations in Manchester to leisure centres. The contract is valued at £1,465,608 with a gross amount of £1,758,730, and will last for three years with an option to extend for one year, beginning on 1st September 2026. The procurement is at the tender stage, conducted via an open procedure, with submissions due by 11:00 AM on 23rd April 2026. Interested parties must register on the Chest portal to access the tender documentation.

This tender offers a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for companies specialising in road transport services that can provide reliable and safe transport solutions. Companies that demonstrate quality, social value, environmental responsibility, and competitive pricing will be well-positioned to succeed. Furthermore, the procurement welcomes participation from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Businesses with a focus on zero carbon initiatives or those that enhance community value may find this contract especially aligned with their goals. This tender offers a gateway to establish strong links with a prestigious local authority and contribute to a nationally acclaimed educational programme.

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Notice Title

Transport Service for Manchester Schools Swimming Programme. P-1195 (TC451)

Notice Description

We are seeking a contractor to be a key part of the delivery of the Manchester School Swimming Programme. You will be responsible for the safe transport of pupils from across the city to one of Manchester's leisure centres to attend their national curriculum swimming lessons. You will be part of a hugely successful swimming programme that is recognised nationally as a good model of practice. The programme produces national curriculum attainment that is considerably higher than the national average, which we are very proud of. We look forward to working with the successful contractor to continue building on this success. The contract will be awarded to 1 company. The framework period will be for 3 years with the option to extend for an additional 1 years. It is intended for the framework to commence 01 September 2026. (Term time only, approx. 36-39 weeks per year). The transport and service provided by the contractor must be safe, sensitive and reliable. The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk. Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity .

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The framework period will be for a duration of 3 years with an option to extend for an additional 1 year.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0675ab
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028147-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60100000 - Road transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,465,608 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,465,608 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M60 2LA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028147-2026
    26th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • www.the-chest.org.uk
    The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity. Applicants will need to electronically submit their completed tender documents, including procurement specific questionnaire, via the on-line portal by 11am on 23 April 2026 as referred to in the tender documentation. Any clarification queries must also be submitted via the Chest website by the date referred to in the tender documentation.

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