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title: "WBCSENOB277 - Charles Kingsley School"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-68162d90-bdd4-420b-a3a3-3db86d8add7e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WOKINGHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-04-22"
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# WBCSENOB277 - Charles Kingsley School

Buyer: WOKINGHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-68162d90-bdd4-420b-a3a3-3db86d8add7e

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Wokingham Borough Council, identified as WBCSENOB277, was aimed at securing transport services for Charles Kingsley School under the industry category of Transport services (excluding Waste transport). As part of a restricted procedure, the tender reached the award stage with a contract value of £85,500, and it concluded on 31st January 2025. The procurement involved service delivery in the United Kingdom, with the contract period spanning from 3rd February 2025 to 31st July 2025. This tender process was selective, highlighting Wokingham Borough Council's commitment to engaging capable suppliers through a structured approach.

This tender presented significant growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing specialised transport services. The project was well-suited for businesses looking to expand into public sector contracts, especially those with expertise in school transport services. School Express, an SME, was selected as the supplier, showcasing the tender’s suitability for smaller businesses seeking to build or extend their reputation in government contracting. The emphasis on a selective procurement method ensured that only qualified businesses, capable of meeting the procurement needs effectively, were considered for the award.

## Notice

SEN home to school transport

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fc0b493-5cec-4028-ab7a-cc794321b44a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £85,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £7,738 |
| 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 | WOKINGHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WOKINGHAM |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG40 1BN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | Wokingham |
| Electoral ward | Emmbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Wokingham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SCHOOL EXPRESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2025 at 15:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fc0b493-5cec-4028-ab7a-cc794321b44a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6fc0b493-5cec-4028-ab7a-cc794321b44a
  22nd April 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.wokingham.gov.uk

## Provenance

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