Acquisition of school transport services for students with specific needs and difficulties in autonomous mobility from the Agrupamento de Escolas Dr. Mário Fonseca, Lousada, for the second and third terms of the 2025/2026 academic year.
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThis tender pertains to the acquisition of specialized school transport services aimed at facilitating the mobility of students with specific needs who face challenges in autonomous mobility. The services are intended for the Dr. Mário Fonseca School Group located in Lousada, Portugal, and will cover the second and third terms of the academic year 2025/2026. Key requirements for bidders may include the provision of vehicles equipped to accommodate students with mobility difficulties, trained personnel to assist these students during transport, and adherence to safety regulations and standards. The contract is expected to ensure that all eligible students receive reliable and safe transportation to and from school, thereby promoting their access to education. Interested parties should prepare to demonstrate their capacity to meet these specific needs and comply with the relevant legal and operational guidelines. The tender emphasizes the importance of inclusivity in education and aims to support the local community by providing essential services to vulnerable student populations.
This is a services contract in the environment and climate, education and training and transport and logistics sectors, with a focus on Inclusive Education. Located in Portugal, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 3,308.
Published through base_gov_pt, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the environment and climate sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
Auto-translated from PortugueseThe tender titled "Aquisição do serviço de transportes escolares para alunos com necessidades específicas com dificuldades de mobilidade autónoma" seeks professional transport services for students with specific needs who experience challenges in autonomous mobility. This initiative is organized by the Agrupamento de Escolas Dr. Mário Fonseca, located in Lousada, Portugal. The contract is set to cover the transportation requirements for the academic period extending from February to June 2026.
The procurement process aims to identify qualified service providers capable of ensuring safe, reliable, and accessible transport for students with mobility impairments. Key expectations from bidders include the provision of appropriately equipped vehicles, trained personnel, and adherence to safety regulations that prioritize the wellbeing of vulnerable students. Additionally, the service must accommodate various schedules and routes specific to the needs of the students, ensuring punctuality and efficiency.
Potential bidders should possess experience in special needs transportation and demonstrate compliance with local and national regulations governing student transport services. The tender encourages submissions from entities that can offer innovative solutions tailored to the unique requirements of students with disabilities, thus fostering an inclusive educational environment.
This tender not only reflects the commitment of the Agrupamento de Escolas Dr. Mário Fonseca to support students with special needs but also emphasizes the importance of accessibility in education. Interested parties are invited to review the tender details on the Portal BASE, which serves as the centralized source for public contracts in mainland Portugal and its autonomous regions.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from base_gov_pt and was originally published on February 19, 2026. Last refreshed 6 days ago. Original language: Portuguese. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Agrupamento de Escolas Dr. Mário Fonseca, Lousada
Agrupamento de Escolas Dr. Mário Fonseca, Lousada has issued 8 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 8 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Education & Training, Health & Medical, and Environment & Climate. All notices are published for Portugal. Notices are distributed via base_gov_pt. Most recent publication: August 7, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Portugal. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit base_gov_pt to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to Ambrósio Moreira & Coelhos, Lda.. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Agrupamento de Escolas Dr. Mário Fonseca, Lousada in Portugal. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Environment & Climate sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
What is the estimated budget?
The estimated contract value is Up to €3,308. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.
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