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title: "17 060 - Independent Travel Training"
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# 17 060 - Independent Travel Training

Buyer: CHESHIRE EAST BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-abf9c681-fe90-41e7-9cc6-4d2ee6f2543e

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## Summary

Cheshire East Borough Council is inviting tenders for an innovative Travel Training Service aimed at supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in gaining independence while travelling. The tender, titled "17 060 - Independent Travel Training," is classified under social work and related services, with a total contract value of £140,000. The procurement, conducted through an open procedure, has a tender period that concludes on 26 January 2018, while the subsequent contract period will commence on 1 March 2018 and last until 30 August 2019. The service is to be delivered in the North West region of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in training, educational services, or support for individuals with special needs. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in travel training, public transport education, and fostering independence among youth would be particularly well-suited to compete. By bidding for this contract, businesses can expand their service offerings and contribute positively to the community, empowering young people with essential life skills while fostering their confidence and self-esteem.

## Notice

The Council is seeking a supplier who can pilot a flexible and innovative Travel Training Service that will train young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), to independently travel to and from school, college, work and subsequently social events. The supplier will offer the young people and their families a safe way of travelling independently, that will build self-esteem and confidence, preparing young people for the transition into adulthood. The supplier will work with the young people to support them using all forms of public transport and where appropriate walking routes to/from school. Please apply for this tender via The Chest online portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c771d1b8-e2c8-464e-9699-a7a2b19c67da |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2018 - 30 Aug 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £140,000 |
| 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 | CHESHIRE EAST BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SANDBACH |
| Post town | Crewe |
| Postcode | CW11 1HZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD62 Cheshire East |
| Local authority | Cheshire East |
| Electoral ward | Sandbach Town |
| Westminster constituency | Congleton |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services

## Release History

- 21 Dec 2017 at 08:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c771d1b8-e2c8-464e-9699-a7a2b19c67da

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c771d1b8-e2c8-464e-9699-a7a2b19c67da
  21st December 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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