---
title: "TFC MINIBUS SCHEME - MINIBUS PROVISION AND HOME TO SCHOOL ROUTE OPERATOR"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cada"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN SUNDERLAND LIMITED"
published: "2026-07-14"
---

# TFC MINIBUS SCHEME - MINIBUS PROVISION AND HOME TO SCHOOL ROUTE OPERATOR

Buyer: TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN SUNDERLAND LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cada

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Together for Children Sunderland Limited involves a complete provision for a minibus scheme, titled "TFC MINIBUS SCHEME - MINIBUS PROVISION AND HOME TO SCHOOL ROUTE OPERATOR". This project falls under the category of special-purpose road passenger-transport services and is intended to serve the Sunderland area in the UKC23 region. The procurement method was limited, reflecting a below-threshold limited competition process. The awarded contract has been actively running since 31st July 2026 and is set to continue until 30th July 2027, with the possibility of renewal at the discretion of Together for Children. The total gross value of the contract is £40,950. The contract's award notice was published on 14th July 2026, indicating the project's completion status in the awarding process.

This contract provides significant opportunities for businesses in the passenger transport and vehicle maintenance sectors, especially those experienced in managing school transport routes. Companies like Education Plus NE Limited, classified as an SME, have successfully competed and secured the contract, emphasizing the suitability for small to medium-sized enterprises looking to expand their portfolio in public sector tenders. This opportunity is particularly beneficial for businesses capable of adhering strictly to transport regulations and safety standards, offering a growth path in the public transport services domain.

## Notice

Together for Children are offering the provision of a fully maintained vehicle to the operator. The operator will take on the responsibility for carrying out 1 morning and 1 afternoon Home to School Route as directed by the Transport Officer, in adherence to all relevant safety regulations and standards.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066223-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jul 2026 - 30 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £40,950 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN SUNDERLAND LIMITED |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EDUCATION PLUS NE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60130000 - Special-purpose road passenger-transport services

## Release History

- 14 Jul 2026 at 13:13 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066223-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066223-2026
  14th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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