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title: "School to Pool Transport Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068b9f"
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# School to Pool Transport Framework

Buyer: SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068b9f

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## Summary

Sheffield City Council, a sub-central government public authority, is overseeing an active tender process for the "School to Pool Transport Framework." Located in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, the council seeks to establish a framework for transporting school children to swimming pools via coach. This service falls under the category of public road transport and supporting and auxiliary transport services. With a contract value of £1,800,000, this open procedure allows bidding on multiple Lots, both scheduled and ad-hoc, as per the Procurement Act 2023. The tendering process began on April 27, 2026, with an enquiry period ending on May 30, 2026, and requires submissions by June 8, 2026. The contract period is set from September 1, 2026, to July 31, 2030, ensuring ample opportunity for involvement in long-term government projects.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those equipped to handle regular and ad-hoc school transportation needs. It is especially suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, given the inclusive nature of the tender framework. Businesses with capabilities in delivering high-quality service and care for passengers, alongside a focus on climate impact assessment and statutory compliance, stand to benefit greatly. The provision for electronic submission terms further enhances accessibility, allowing diverse bidders to compete efficiently in this lucrative framework.

## Notice

A Framework for School to Pool Transport is being created by Sheffield City Council (the Authority) being a Contracting Authority as defined by section 2 of the Procurement Act 2023. The Framework will be for the transportation of school children to swimming pools and back, via coach, in order that the schools may comply with the National Curriculum. The framework consists of the following Lots: 1 Scheduled - Stocksbridge & Concord; 2 Scheduled - Ponds Forge/Springs 3 Scheduled - Hillsborough/Zest/Thorncliffe 4 Scheduled - King Edwards/Graves 5a Ad-Hoc - Stocksbridge 5b Ad-Hoc - Concord 5c Ad-Hoc - Ponds Forge 5d Ad-Hoc - Springs 5e Ad-Hoc - Hillsborough 5f Ad-Hoc - Zest 5g Ad-Hoc - Thorncliffe 5h Ad-Hoc - King Edwards 5i Ad-Hoc - Graves

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048562-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,800,000 |
| Lots value | £1,800,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S1 2HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE32 Sheffield |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 60112000 - Public road transport services
- 63000000 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

## Release History

- 26 May 2026 at 10:37 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048562-2026
- 27 Apr 2026 at 12:27 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038039-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048562-2026
  26th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038039-2026
  27th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://sheffield.gov.uk
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104844&TID100109997&B=
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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