Planning

Home to School Transport

LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK

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Planning

14 May 2026 at 11:11

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Southwark is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the "Home to School Transport" services, specifically catering to SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) taxi transport. This future tender, with a gross value of £13,600,000, aims to provide transportation services for children and young people in Southwark, spanning from 1st September 2027 to 31st August 2031, with a potential extension up to 31st August 2034. The procurement process follows a "light touch" regime and falls under the "services" category with an emphasis on health and social work services. The official notice for this opportunity is scheduled for release by 30th September 2026, offering ample preparation time for interested parties.

This forthcoming procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in transportation services, particularly those experienced in handling the needs of SEND passengers. Companies with expertise in this niche, along with a proven track record in providing reliable and safe transport solutions, will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The scope and budget of the project present growth potential for businesses looking to expand their service offerings within the public sector whilst contributing to the local community's needs. Engaging in this tender can lead to a long-term partnership with the public authority, enhancing the contractor's visibility and reputation in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Home to School Transport

Notice Description

'PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A PIPELINE NOTICE - NOT LIVE TENDER OPPORTUNITY - TENDER NOTICE TO FOLLOW'. The forthcoming opportunity relates to the provision of SEND taxi transport service to take children/young people to and from their place of education.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0698a0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044323-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,600,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 20265 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2027 - 31 Aug 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF SOUTHWARK
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 2QH
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
London Bridge & West Bermondsey
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

Notice Documents

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