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title: "Social Needs Transport - Round 3"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b03a"
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buyer: "MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL"
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# Social Needs Transport - Round 3

Buyer: MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b03a

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## Summary

Manchester City Council has initiated an open tender process under the title "Social Needs Transport - Round 3" to procure services in the road transport category. This opportunity, identified by the procurement number TC626, seeks to provide social needs transport solutions, including Home to School (SEN) Transport and older persons' and learning-disabled people's passenger transport across the region UKD3. Relevant businesses can view and submit the required documents by registering on the e-business portal known as the Chest by 11am on 3rd July 2026. The enquiry period for any clarification ends on 26th June 2026, and the contract is valued at GBP 90,000,000 with a projected start date of 29th July 2026.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in the transport services sector, especially those familiar with social value initiatives and environmental considerations, as the award criteria emphasise quality, social value, and environmental impact. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. With the potential to significantly enhance portfolio offerings and expand customer bases, businesses well-versed in providing road transport services and managing specialised transportation needs would be well-suited to compete for this contract.

## Notice

Manchester City Council is prepared to receive tenders for the Provision of Social Needs Transport incorporating Home to School (SEN) Transport and Older Persons & Learning Disabled People Passenger Transport. The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053977-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Jul 2026 - 31 May 2033 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000,000 |
| Lots value | £90,000,000 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M60 2LA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60100000 - Road transport services

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2026 at 15:53 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053977-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053977-2026
  8th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- www.the-chest.org.uk
  The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity. Applicants will need to electronically submit their completed tender documents, including procurement specific questionnaire, via the on-line portal by 11am on 3rd July 2026 as referred to in the tender documentation. Any clarification queries must also be submitted via the Chest website by the date referred to in the tender documentation.

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=d31fd0ec-c860-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromRfxSummary=True&rfxId=74689348-c960-f111-813c-005056b64545
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.manchester.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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