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13 Jul 2026 at 15:15

Summary of the contracting process

Surrey County Council has recently completed the award stage of the "Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND" contract, focusing on providing specialised transport services within Surrey, United Kingdom. The procurement process commenced with a tender plan under the jurisdiction of the UKPGA 2023/54 legislation and concluded with a signed contract on 25th June 2026. The contract entails regular transport services required from Farnham to Abinger Campus RH5 6HZ, operational from Monday, 29th June 2026, to 31st July 2027. Despite being below the threshold, the procurement adopted a limited competition method, highlighting its nature as a light touch regime in the transport services industry, particularly accommodating special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Surrey County Council’s procurement underscores its role as a sub-central public authority within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those catering to the needs of SEND clients, to establish a partnership with Surrey County Council. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like "uk car service", which secured the contract, demonstrate that focused expertise in transport solutions can be instrumental in winning such bids. The commitment to providing consistent, reliable transport services throughout the specified period opens the door for businesses to showcase and grow their reputation in public sector contracts. Companies with a track record in delivering specialised transport solutions and adhering to set schedules and service requirements stand to benefit considerably from engaging in similar procurement opportunities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND

Notice Description

Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND : Merrywood House - Abinger Campus - RH5 6HZ Transport required Mon to Fri in Saloon 1 x child from Farnham PLEASE NOTE - School times until end of July are 9 am to 12 pm Route to Start Monday 29/06/26

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c9da
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065760-2026
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
£3,771,500 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

UK CAR SERVICE

Further Information

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