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03 Aug 2026 at 07:40

Summary of the contracting process

Surrey County Council has completed the procurement process for "Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND," which aims to provide transport services for SEND clients, specifically for pupils attending Philip Southcote school starting September 2026. Located in Reigate, Surrey County Council conducted a limited procurement for this public authority - sub-central government initiative under a light-touch regime, adhering to the UKPGA 2023 legal framework. The awarded contract, valued at £8,532,793, was signed on 3 August 2026 and will remain active between 1 September 2026 and 31 July 2028. Elmbridge Borough Council will supply the transport services using an 8-seater MPV, and the contract completion is confirmed for lot ID 2716.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those capable of meeting the specific requirements for SEND client transportation. Businesses with the capacity to deliver high-quality, reliable transport solutions would find this avenue beneficial. The arrangement for specific schedules and the need for larger vehicles indicates a suitable opportunity for companies well-versed in handling bespoke service needs. Such contracts are valuable for enhancing a firm's portfolio in public sector collaborations, potentially leading to further engagements with public authorities across the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND

Notice Description

Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND : This is a route into Philip Southcote school for September 2026 - For 7 pupils - Note - 1 pupil travels Thursday & Friday AM, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday PM only. Other 6 pupils are all full time. - Note - no equipment needed. - MPV Large - 8 seater vehicle required

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d97d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072976-2026
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
Large

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
£8,532,793 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Aug 20263 days ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 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
REIGATE
Postcode
RH2 8EF
Post Town
Redhill
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ26 East Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Reigate and Banstead
Electoral Ward
South Park & Woodhatch
Westminster Constituency
Reigate

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELMBRIDGE BOROUGH COUNCIL

Further Information

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