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title: "Special Education Transport Contract SMCC3"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e050c567-b712-43b8-b1e0-fd4f47724345"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-19"
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# Special Education Transport Contract SMCC3

Buyer: HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e050c567-b712-43b8-b1e0-fd4f47724345

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## Summary

The procurement process concerning the "Special Education Transport Contract SMCC3" was conducted by Halton Borough Council, located in Widnes, England. It pertained to the taxi services industry, classified under CPV code 60120000, and was focused on providing special education transportation throughout the North West region of the United Kingdom. This contract went through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and has been awarded as of 12th August 2025. The contract period is set to start on 1st September 2025 and end on 31st July 2029, with the total contract value amounting to GBP 69,900. The buying organisation, Halton Borough Council, is responsible for the oversight and execution of this contract.

This tender presents notable growth opportunities, particularly suited for SMEs, as indicated by the award to Apec Group, an SME based in Cheshire. Businesses specialising in transport services and those capable of providing specialised taxi services for educational purposes in the North West could benefit significantly. The contract offers a steady business opportunity spanning four years, providing a reliable income stream and potential for expansion through proven expertise in public sector contracts. Enterprises looking to enhance their market presence within the public transportation sector will find this type of procurement particularly valuable, allowing them to leverage their capabilities in a structured framework while serving community needs.

## Notice

Special Education Transport Contract SMCC3

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ba55f25-d27b-4350-b626-bb212e01ab97 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £69,900 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £69,900 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WIDNES |
| Post town | Warrington |
| Postcode | WA8 7QF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD71 East Merseyside |
| Local authority | Halton |
| Electoral ward | Central & West Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Widnes and Halewood |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | APEC GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 19 May 2026 at 13:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ba55f25-d27b-4350-b626-bb212e01ab97

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ba55f25-d27b-4350-b626-bb212e01ab97
  19th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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