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title: "Medway Council Transport Framework"
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# Medway Council Transport Framework

Buyer: MEDWAY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8830af23-8f40-418c-a4f5-e65d00cfd5df

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## Summary

Medway Council is currently in the tender stage of its procurement process for the "Medway Council Transport Framework," aimed at providing high-quality, cost-effective transport services for pupils, especially those with Special Educational Needs. The contract value is £20 million, with the tender period closing on 13th February 2019. The service will be delivered in the South East region of the United Kingdom, and it involves an open procurement method that allows bidders to apply for one or both of the two lots—solo and shared transport requirements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those specialising in services tailored for vulnerable groups, such as children with special needs. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the framework aims to engage local providers that can ensure timely and safe transport while enhancing the overall experience for users. Companies that can demonstrate a track record in providing safe transport solutions and responding effectively to emergencies would be well-suited to compete for this contract.

## Notice

Medway Council is seeking to commission a high quality, cost effective transport provision. The main users of this transport will be pupils requiring home to school transport, predominantly those with Special Educational Needs. The framework will be split into two lots; (1) Solo transport requirements, (2) Shared transport requirements. Bidders can bid for one or both lots. The outcomes from the service are as follows: 1. To be collected and arrive at their placement on time. 2. To be collected on time at the end of the day and returned home safely. 3. To remain in the vehicle for the shortest possible journey. 4. To be kept safe in the vehicle during travel to and from their placement. 5. To be supported with any health or other emergencies should they arise. 6. To have a positive experience The tender documentation in its entirety can be obtained by expressing an interest on the Kent Business Portal. All clarification questions must also be raised through the Kent Business Portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6c3cd51-4b18-424c-a65e-ad5e416d8cc3 |
| 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 | 21 Dec 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2019 - 31 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,000,000 |
| 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 | MEDWAY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHATHAM |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME4 4TR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ41 Medway |
| Local authority | Medway |
| Electoral ward | Chatham Central & Brompton |
| Westminster constituency | Rochester and Strood |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 21 Dec 2018 at 16:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6c3cd51-4b18-424c-a65e-ad5e416d8cc3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6c3cd51-4b18-424c-a65e-ad5e416d8cc3
  21st December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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