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title: "CHOFAI - Heart of the Forest School to Beachley (PA)"
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buyer: "GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2020-08-19"
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# CHOFAI - Heart of the Forest School to Beachley (PA)

Buyer: GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dc403d61-d3c2-4720-8d28-b2db63225d17

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by Gloucestershire County Council for the CHOFAI project, titled "Heart of the Forest School to Beachley," focusing on home-to-school transportation services. This tender, published on 19th August 2020, falls under the industry category of non-scheduled passenger transport, with a total value of £161,674.80. The procurement period concludes on 19th August 2020, with the contract expected to commence on 3rd September 2020 and run until 31st July 2025. The tender is classified under multiple additional transport services, highlighting its scope within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is categorised as 'Other,' relevant for various types of service provisions.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their service offerings in passenger transport. Companies that specialise in school transport services, special-purpose road transport, or vehicle hire with drivers would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this process not only supports local educational needs but also allows businesses to strengthen their presence in the public transport sector, fostering growth and long-term partnerships with government entities.

## Notice

Home to School Transport

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9f800f2-b1d4-4dde-99fb-0d766922fcf8 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Sep 2020 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £161,674 |
| 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 | GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLOUCESTER |
| Post town | Gloucester |
| Postcode | GL1 2TG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC |
| Local authority | Gloucester |
| Electoral ward | Westgate |
| Westminster constituency | Gloucester |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60112000 - Public road transport services
- 60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
- 60140000 - Non-scheduled passenger transport
- 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2020 at 11:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9f800f2-b1d4-4dde-99fb-0d766922fcf8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9f800f2-b1d4-4dde-99fb-0d766922fcf8
  19th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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