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Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND

SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL

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07 Jul 2026 at 15:42

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Surrey County Council has concluded a procurement process for the provision of Client Transport Services aimed at supporting SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) students, covering the period from 2026 to 2034. The procurement, titled "Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND," was conducted under a limited competition method, falling below the threshold for open competition. The contract was awarded to SM Cars, a Woking-based SME, focusing on services in the transport sector. The contract, related to transporting one student from Holy Trinity CofE Junior School in Guildford, commenced on 8th July 2026 and is set to continue until 31st July 2027. The process, recently completed, reflects a specialised procurement under a 'light touch' regime.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the transport services industry, particularly those with capabilities in specialised educational transportation. SMEs like SM Cars, who can provide tailored transport solutions and demonstrate expertise in managing specialised routes for educational purposes, would find this and similar contracts advantageous for business growth. By engaging in such procurement opportunities, firms can expand their portfolio, elevate their service delivery capabilities, and establish strong relationships with governmental bodies, thus driving potential future business prospects. The nature of the procurement favours smaller, agile firms able to provide personalised services efficiently, enhancing their reputation and presence in the public sector service delivery landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND

Notice Description

Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND : Holy Trinity CofE Junior School Guildford 1 x student from Guildford Saloon vehicle, no PA required. Route to start on Wednesday 8th July 26 to run until 31.07.27

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c5a3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063835-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£1,856,857 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Kingston upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kingston Town
Westminster Constituency
Kingston and Surbiton

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SM CARS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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