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title: "Independent Travel Training"
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buyer: "ROCHDALE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2021-07-16"
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# Independent Travel Training

Buyer: ROCHDALE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a70b2cbb-8b67-40c4-b533-814953a9c85d

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## Summary

The Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking contractors for its "Independent Travel Training" project, an initiative focused on providing travel assessment and training services. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions open until 22nd July 2021. The total estimated contract value is £173,333, with the contract expected to commence on 1st September 2021 and run until 31st March 2024. This opportunity is classified under the CPV code 63516000, which pertains to travel management services within the United Kingdom, specifically targeting the region of England.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in travel services, training, and assessment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the council aims to engage diverse suppliers. Companies with expertise in travel training and client assessment processes would be particularly well-suited for this contract. Engaging in this procurement can also enable firms to enhance their visibility and credibility within the public sector market.

## Notice

The Service Specification describes the services to be provided by the Contractor on behalf of, Rochdale Borough Council for the provision of travel assessment and training services for clients as required by Commissioners.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11f6f8e0-f5ab-4155-ac51-078d97d2c4b9 |
| 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 | 16 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £173,333 |
| 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 | ROCHDALE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SALE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M33 7ZF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Sale Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| 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

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63516000 - Travel management services

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2021 at 06:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11f6f8e0-f5ab-4155-ac51-078d97d2c4b9
- 23 Jun 2021 at 18:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74445edc-6cbc-46c5-95b8-d4862708d74f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/11f6f8e0-f5ab-4155-ac51-078d97d2c4b9
  16th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74445edc-6cbc-46c5-95b8-d4862708d74f
  23rd June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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