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03 Aug 2026 at 12:10

Summary of the contracting process

Surrey County Council, located in Reigate, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the "Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND" contract. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically for transportation services excluding waste. The contract aims to provide safe transport for eight pupils and a personal assistant, with specific requirements for personnel trained in epilepsy management. Key dates include the signing of the contract on 3rd August 2026, with services commencing on 1st September 2026 and concluding on 31st July 2028. The procurement method employed was limited competition, operating below the threshold.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services. Specifically, it is suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing specialised passenger transport services within the light-touch regime. Companies with experience in secure and specialised transportation, particularly those offering training for complex medical conditions, would find this an opportune contract to pursue. The awarded supplier, Hughes Mini Services Ltd, suggests that businesses in the Surrey region with similar capabilities and regional presence may find such contracts beneficial for expanding their service portfolio.

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 for 8 pupils and PA in non access 16 vehicle (16 seater) Needs to fit 8 pupils and PA - No equipment needed - Note PA will need to be trained in Epilepsy awareness, seizure management and the administration of emergency medication ( buccal midazolam) in line with epilepsy care plan. - Care plan to be provided once awarded.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d9e9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073166-2026
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
£12,482,143 £10M-£100M

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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

HUGHES MINI SERVICES

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