---
title: "South Ribble School Swimming transport 26-27"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067bb4"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-06-19"
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# South Ribble School Swimming transport 26-27

Buyer: SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067bb4

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## Summary

South Ribble Borough Council has completed the procurement process for a service contract titled "South Ribble School Swimming Transport 26-27". This process involved the provision of transport services for school swimming activities during the academic year from September 2026 to July 2027. Located in Leyland, United Kingdom, the council sought bids under an open competition method, classified as a below-threshold procurement. The tender process concluded with the contract being awarded to Redline Travel Ltd, a supplier situated in Bamber Bridge. The total contract value was GBP 115,000, with the service category defined under the CPV classification "Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver". The contract period is set from September 2026 to July 2027, supporting the delivery of essential transport services within the UKD45 region.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in passenger transport services, to engage in public sector contracts and expand their market reach. SMEs, particularly those with a focus on providing quality cost-effective transportation solutions, would have been well-suited to compete. The contract's emphasis on both quality and cost signifies the importance of balancing service excellence with competitive pricing, aligning well with businesses capable of delivering under these criteria. The open nature of the competition highlights that such contracts are accessible to a diverse range of suppliers, fostering growth potential for those looking to establish or expand their footprint in the public transportation sector supporting educational activities.

## Notice

South Ribble Borough Council on behalf of South Ribble Leisure have awarded the contract for a Swim transport provider for the School year 26/27. (Sept 26 - July 27).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057822-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £78,400 |
| Lots value | £78,400 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £115,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH RIBBLE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEYLAND |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR25 1DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | South Ribble |
| Electoral ward | Broadfield |
| Westminster constituency | South Ribble |
| Delivery location | TLD4 Lancashire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | REDLINE TRAVEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60170000 - Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2026 at 07:34 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057822-2026
- 8 Apr 2026 at 08:19 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031719-2026
- 2 Apr 2026 at 11:29 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030841-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057822-2026
  19th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031719-2026
  8th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030841-2026
  2nd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.the-chest.org.uk

## Provenance

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