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Award

29 Jul 2026 at 11:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by Surrey County Council, involves the provision of client transport services for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) spanning from 2026 to 2034. This specific tender, titled "Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND," is located in Kingston upon Thames, London. The industry category falls under transport services, excluding waste transport. The process is currently in the Award stage, leveraging a limited procurement method, which indicates a below-threshold and limited competition context. The contract, signed on 29th July 2026, is valued at £4,043,571 and spans from 1st September 2026 to 31st July 2027, focusing on specialised transport needs including medical equipment accommodation and temperature control.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs involved in the provision of specialised transport services. Companies that can offer tailored transport solutions, inclusive of medical and accessibility accommodations for clients with specific health needs, will find this contract highly suitable. The project requires a high level of adaptability and service precision, offering a steady contractual relationship with a reputable public authority over an extended period. Small to medium enterprises, particularly those with experience in light-touch passenger transport services, will likely find this an advantageous opportunity to expand their market presence and demonstrate their specialised capabilities in the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND

Notice Description

Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND : Blossom House School 1 x Pupil 0 x PA 1 x Access 8 Medical: The pupil uses a electric wheelchair and walker and will require a vehicle that can accommodate this. The student has complex health needs and Oxygen needs to be carried for emergency use. The student has their own carer who will be travelling with them. The carer will be picked up from the home address and will stay at the school with the student until home time. They experience occasional seizures (non-epileptic) on the journey and may also need dressings changed, splints removed, medication provided. The vehicle must have Must have air conditioning. The student has Autonomic Neuropothy and can not regulate their temperature. In summer they overheat which can cause medical problems.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d64c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071639-2026
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
£4,043,571 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 months
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

KARENS ANGELS

Further Information

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