---
title: "School Transport - Provider Engagement Forum and Training"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02ef6d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2021-10-25"
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# School Transport - Provider Engagement Forum and Training

Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02ef6d

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## Summary

Central Bedfordshire Council is initiating the procurement process for "School Transport - Provider Engagement Forum and Training," which falls under the services category with a focus on taxi services (CPV code: 60120000). The procurement is currently in the planning stage and key events are scheduled for early to mid-November 2021, including provider events on the 9th and 10th, followed by training sessions on the 17th and 18th. This initiative aims to prepare potential service providers for the upcoming tendering process by outlining requirements and offering support in completing tender documents.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the transport and logistics sector, particularly those specialising in school transport services. Companies that are well-versed in providing safe and reliable transport solutions for children would be ideally positioned to compete. Participation in the scheduled events is crucial for gathering essential information and clarifying expectations, ultimately aiding businesses in effectively preparing their proposals for this forthcoming tender.

## Notice

Provider events to outline the service requirements and procurement process and provide the opportunity for attendees to ask questions Training will be given to assist providers in completing tender documents correctly. If you would like to attend, please sign up using the links below.PROVIDER EVENTS (The content of the events is the same so please only attend one)Tuesday 9th November 10am-11.30am https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/school-transport-provider-engagement-event-tickets-195049025887Wednesday 10th November 1pm-2.30pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/school-transport-provider-engagement-event-tickets-195064732867PROVIDER TRAINING (The content of the training is the same, so please only attend one)Wednesday 17th November 1.30pm-3pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/school-transport-provider-tender-training-tickets-195067109977Thursday 18th November 11am-12.30pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/school-transport-provider-tender-training-tickets-195068393817

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026624-2021 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 20 Oct 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHICKSANDS |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG17 5TQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire |
| Local authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Shefford |
| Westminster constituency | Hitchin |
| Delivery location | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2021 at 10:29 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026624-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/school-transport-provider-engagement-event-tickets-195049025887Wednesday
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/school-transport-provider-engagement-event-tickets-195064732867PROVIDER
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/school-transport-provider-tender-training-tickets-195067109977Thursday
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/school-transport-provider-tender-training-tickets-195068393817

## Provenance

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