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title: "Secure Transport and Escort Service"
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buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Secure Transport and Escort Service

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-718eeec5-f2f8-4613-b2f9-018247171563

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## Summary

Durham County Council is inviting tenders for a "Secure Transport and Escort Service" under an open procedure aimed at establishing a framework of multiple providers. This procurement, classified under CPV codes 60130000, 60140000, and 75000000, seeks services primarily for young people at Aycliffe Secure Centre, and potentially for any venues within the county's borders. The tender process is at the "Tender" stage, with documents available since 4th September 2024, and the deadline for submissions being 4th October 2024 at 10:00 AM BST. The contract is set to commence on 1st November 2024 and run until 31st October 2026, covering services across England within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). Ideal candidates would include businesses specialising in secure, special-purpose, or non-scheduled passenger transport services. Given the critical nature and sensitivity of transporting young individuals to various appointments, providers with a robust track record in security and reliability will be well-suited to compete in this procurement. Engaging in this contract could enhance the reputation and expand the service portfolio of successful suppliers.

## Notice

The Council is seeking a framework of multiple providers that can provide a Secure Transport and Escort service. This service will be predominantly used by young people who live at Aycliffe Secure Centre, however it may be used by any service/venue within the borders of Durham County Council and transport may be required to any given location. The service will ensure young people are securely transported and escorted to planned or emergency appointments such as hospital, meetings or other appointments. Tender documents can be accessed free of charge at nepo.org using reference DN736593

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c313886d-98a3-4f73-a44d-98806968e73d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
- 60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport
- 75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

## Release History

- 4 Sep 2024 at 16:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c313886d-98a3-4f73-a44d-98806968e73d
- 4 Sep 2024 at 13:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b307256-0c2c-44fc-a04d-c1e7604a877d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c313886d-98a3-4f73-a44d-98806968e73d
  4th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b307256-0c2c-44fc-a04d-c1e7604a877d
  4th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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