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title: "CHOFCK Heart of Forest School to Cinderford (PA)"
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buyer: "GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# CHOFCK Heart of Forest School to Cinderford (PA)

Buyer: GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0b8ab960-d3cc-429a-bf77-232a8649652f

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## Summary

Gloucestershire County Council has recently awarded a contract for SEN Home to School Transport, specifically for the route from Heart of Forest School to Cinderford. This contract, titled "CHOFCK Heart of Forest School to Cinderford (PA)," falls under the Non-scheduled passenger transport industry category and encompasses additional classifications such as special-purpose road passenger-transport services and the hire of passenger transport vehicles with drivers. The procurement process followed an open procedure, and the total contract value is £196,080 GBP. Key dates include the contract period starting on 2nd September 2024 and ending on 31st July 2028, with the award notice published on 13th August 2024. The services are to be delivered within the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in passenger transport services, especially those specialising in non-scheduled and special-purpose road transport. It is well-suited for SMEs and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their operations in the South West region. The long contract period offers stability and a steady stream of income, making it an appealing proposition for companies with expertise in managing school transport and special-need transportation services. Given the open procurement method, a broad range of qualified suppliers had the opportunity to compete, fostering a competitive environment conducive to business growth.

## Notice

SEN Home to School Transport. Passenger Transport Service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24f9fb22-0d99-48ca-90fa-72503ff63381 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2024 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £196,080 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £196,080 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLOUCESTER |
| Post town | Gloucester |
| Postcode | GL1 2TH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC |
| Local authority | Gloucester |
| Electoral ward | Westgate |
| Westminster constituency | Gloucester |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | 24X7 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60112000 - Public road transport services
- 60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
- 60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport
- 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2024 at 14:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24f9fb22-0d99-48ca-90fa-72503ff63381

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/24f9fb22-0d99-48ca-90fa-72503ff63381
  13th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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