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title: "Independent Travel Training and Travel Buddy"
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# Independent Travel Training and Travel Buddy

Buyer: BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-776d2163-8743-4aad-9669-f8650d4a3d21

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## Summary

The Bradford Metropolitan District Council is currently seeking submissions for a tender titled "Independent Travel Training and Travel Buddy", aimed at enhancing the independence of young individuals and vulnerable adults in travelling via public transport. This procurement falls within the services category, specifically safety and personal development training services. The tender is at the active stage of the procurement process, with the submission deadline set for 3rd August 2018. The successful contract will commence on 3rd September 2018 and will run until 31st August 2020. The estimated value of the contract is £270,000 and the services are required in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom. This opportunity is being pursued through an open procurement method.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in training and support services, especially those specialising in travel training or personal development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete for this project, as the council specifically seeks to engage with organisations that can deliver tailored independent travel solutions. By winning this contract, businesses can not only expand their service offerings but also contribute positively to the community by empowering young people and vulnerable adults in navigating public transport safely.

## Notice

To develop the independence of young people and vulnerable adults so that they can travel independently using public transport. We are seeking a provider who can offer independent travel training to enable young people and vulnerable adults to travel safely to and from their home, to either school/college or day care provision using public transport. Also to provide a 'Travel Buddy' provision to walk or accompany them on a bus, instead of arranging a taxi for them. Please visit www.yortende.co.uk to register interest and download tender documents YORtender Ref: DN352051

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c410a8f1-db9e-47b7-8506-815cd66b47f5 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Sep 2018 - 31 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £270,000 |
| 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 | BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD1 1NN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80550000 - Safety training services
- 80570000 - Personal development training services

## Release History

- 6 Jul 2018 at 14:47 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c410a8f1-db9e-47b7-8506-815cd66b47f5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c410a8f1-db9e-47b7-8506-815cd66b47f5
  6th July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=ceac746b-f380-e811-80ed-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bradford.gov.uk/bmdc

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