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title: "TC626 Flexible Purchasing System for the Provision of Social Needs Transport - Round 2"
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# TC626 Flexible Purchasing System for the Provision of Social Needs Transport - Round 2

Buyer: MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c8850e17-4105-41cd-a8c8-d9882f0557ac

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## Summary

Manchester City Council is inviting tenders for the "TC626 Flexible Purchasing System for the Provision of Social Needs Transport - Round 2". This procurement process focuses on the provision of road transport services for social needs, including home-to-school (SEN) transport as well as transport for older persons and learning disabled individuals. The procurement is currently at the tender stage with a selective procedure, referred to as a restricted procedure (above threshold). Interested parties should note the tender deadline is set for 14th February 2025 at 11:00 AM, with the contract period beginning on 7th April 2025 and ending on 31st March 2033. The procurement is valued at £90 million and takes place in England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its suitability criteria. Businesses specialising in road transport services, especially those with experience in providing social needs transport, are well-suited to compete. The flexible purchasing system allows continuous opportunities for suppliers to join, making it ideal for companies looking to establish or expand their presence in the public sector transport industry. The ongoing nature and substantial contract value further enhance its attractiveness for interested suppliers.

## Notice

Round 2 - Flexible Purchasing System for the Provision of Social Needs Transport incorporating Home to School (SEN) Transport and Older Persons & Learning Disabled People Passenger Transport. Please note - If you have already been accepted onto the Flexible Purchasing System then you do not need to apply again.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8012406a-10d0-48e4-b35d-74f3bc29b9b7 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2033 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000,000 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 2LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| 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

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60100000 - Road transport services

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2025 at 13:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8012406a-10d0-48e4-b35d-74f3bc29b9b7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8012406a-10d0-48e4-b35d-74f3bc29b9b7
  13th January 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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