--- title: "Sandwell Travel Assistance Flexible Purchasing System (b)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e09afe25-b3ba-4b18-bd09-40b1e9b25d33" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e09afe25-b3ba-4b18-bd09-40b1e9b25d33" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e09afe25-b3ba-4b18-bd09-40b1e9b25d33.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e09afe25-b3ba-4b18-bd09-40b1e9b25d33.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2024-11-29" --- # Sandwell Travel Assistance Flexible Purchasing System (b) Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e09afe25-b3ba-4b18-bd09-40b1e9b25d33 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e09afe25-b3ba-4b18-bd09-40b1e9b25d33) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e09afe25-b3ba-4b18-bd09-40b1e9b25d33.json) ## Summary Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council has initiated a flexible purchasing system for travel assistance services under the title "Sandwell Travel Assistance Flexible Purchasing System (b)." This procurement falls under the industry category of welfare services for children and young people. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 3rd January 2025, at 15:00. The services will be delivered in the West Midlands, with the contract period running from 1st February 2025 to 31st July 2034. Sandwell MBC is utilising an open procedure method for this procurement, aimed at services below the threshold as specified. This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in welfare and transportation services to secure long-term contracts with a major public sector entity. The flexible purchasing system allows for multiple lots, providing a chance for various service providers to participate and grow their portfolios. While the procurement is open to all service providers, it is particularly well-suited for companies capable of delivering consistent and reliable travel assistance for both children and adults within the specified region. Given the contract's duration and scope, successful bidders could find substantial growth opportunities in this sector. ## Notice Sandwell Travel Assistance Flexible Purchasing System (b) - THIRD INTAKE 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 03 January 2025 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/b570d8d9-fe78-4455-9387-7b6054e295fe | | 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 | 29 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 3 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 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 - 29 Nov 2024 at 11:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b570d8d9-fe78-4455-9387-7b6054e295fe ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b570d8d9-fe78-4455-9387-7b6054e295fe 29th November 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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