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03 Aug 2026 at 12:34

Summary of the contracting process

Surrey County Council has completed a procurement process for "Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND" with a focus on providing transport services for special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The procurement, classified under the transport industry, utilised a limited procurement method, denoting a below threshold with limited competition approach. The contract involves the provision of vehicle transport from various locales within Camberley, United Kingdom, and started on 4th September 2026. This project was under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54 and has been awarded as of 3rd August 2026 with the contract duration extending for one year. The procurement process has reached the award stage and is marked complete.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those experienced in managing SEND transportation. Given the limited competition involved in this below-threshold procurement, service providers who can offer reliable and specialised transport solutions may find this project a viable growth opportunity. Companies such as James Cars, the successful supplier in this tender, exemplify the types of businesses that can effectively secure opportunities by meeting specific requirements in secure and tailored transportation services for SEND. Engaging in such contracts allows businesses to establish or strengthen their presence in the public sector transport market, especially in the sub-central government regions like Surrey.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND

Notice Description

Client Transport Services 2026 - 2034 - SEND : Lift Wishmore - GU24 8NS Transport required Mon to Fri in a Saloon 1 x pupil from Camberley - travels 3 days a week Mon, Wed & Thu 1 x pupil from Mytchett, Camberley - travels 5 days a week PLEASE READ - Please input cost for different mileage - 27.37 MILES ON MON/WED/THU & 19.79 MILES ON TUE/FRI Route to start on Fri 04/09/26

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d9fa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073191-2026
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
£206,814 £100K-£500K

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
4 Sep 2026 - 3 Sep 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

JAMES CARS

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