Achieving for Children (AfC)-(SEND) Transport Service (Minibus Fleet)
About This Opportunity
Award notice from Achieving FOR Children Community Interest Company (United Kingdom) ā Achieving for Children (AfC)-(SEND) Transport Service (Minibus Fleet).
This is a supplies contract in the transport and logistics and social protection sectors, with a focus on Road Transport. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 1.3 million.
Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the transport and logistics sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
This contract notice is for the direct award of a two-year lease contract for the provision of specialist adapted minibuses to support statutory SEND transport across Kingston and Richmond.
A negotiated procedure without prior publication under Regulation 32(2)(b)(ii) PCR 2015 was undertaken to secure an interim contract with the incumbent provider, ensuring continuity of service with minimal disruption to children, young people and their families while a wider transformation project of SEND Transport is completed in line with the Council's climate strategy.
Award Criteria: Pass/Fail - satisfactory account of price and quality. CPV: Minibuses (34114400). Procedure: Direct award. Suitable for SMEs
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on October 31, 2025. Last refreshed 5 days ago. Reference: LBKING001-DN764518-37291242. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About ACHIEVING FOR CHILDREN COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY
ACHIEVING FOR CHILDREN COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY has issued 4 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 3 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, General Supplies & Services, and Education & Training. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: May 11, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by ACHIEVING FOR CHILDREN COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Supplies contract in the Transport & Logistics sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
London Hire was awarded the contract for Ā£1,300,000. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference LBKING001-DN764518-37291242 when communicating with the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No ā the contract has already been awarded to London Hire. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
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