--- title: "Sandwell Travel Assistance Flexible Purchasing System (a)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-bd592756-e61e-44c3-b127-5d585f6042ff" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bd592756-e61e-44c3-b127-5d585f6042ff" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bd592756-e61e-44c3-b127-5d585f6042ff.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bd592756-e61e-44c3-b127-5d585f6042ff.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2024-10-01" --- # Sandwell Travel Assistance Flexible Purchasing System (a) Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bd592756-e61e-44c3-b127-5d585f6042ff [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bd592756-e61e-44c3-b127-5d585f6042ff) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bd592756-e61e-44c3-b127-5d585f6042ff.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has initiated an open tender process for the "Sandwell Travel Assistance Flexible Purchasing System (a)," which aims to provide welfare services for children and young people in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. This procurement exercise, managed via the In-tend e-Tendering System, is presently in the Tender stage, inviting suppliers to submit bids by the closing date of 25 October 2024 at 15:00hrs. The contract period is scheduled to begin on 1 December 2024 and end on 31 July 2034. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in welfare services and transport solutions, particularly those experienced in catering to the needs of children and young adults. While the procurement process is open to all, it is especially suited for established businesses capable of providing flexible and reliable travel assistance. By securing this contract, businesses can expect to solidify their presence in the public sector and drive long-term growth through a decade-long engagement with the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council. ## Notice Sandwell Travel Assistance Flexible Purchasing System (a) Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council ('Council') has established a flexible purchasing system comprising a number of Lots relating to travel assistance for children and adults ('Flexible Purchasing System'). Please Note: FO2: Contract Notice, Notice Reference 2024/S 000-017471, Published 05 June 2024.3.50PM. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Friday 25 October 2024 at 15:00hrs Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82a81eb9-482d-4885-b88c-f0c2ae13c2bc | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 25 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Dec 2024 - 31 Jul 2034 | | 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 | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B69 3DB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | Oldbury | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people ## Release History - 1 Oct 2024 at 10:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82a81eb9-482d-4885-b88c-f0c2ae13c2bc ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/82a81eb9-482d-4885-b88c-f0c2ae13c2bc 1st October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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