Transportation service for students with special educational needs for the economic year 2026
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThis tender seeks to contract a transportation service for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) for the 2026 financial year. The service is crucial for ensuring that students with diverse educational requirements can access educational institutions safely and reliably. The scope of work will likely involve the provision of specialized vehicles, trained personnel, and logistical planning to meet the specific needs of each student. Key requirements may include adherence to strict safety regulations, accessibility features in vehicles, and the ability to provide transport across various geographical areas within the contracting authority's jurisdiction. The service aims to support the inclusion of SEN students by removing transportation barriers, thereby facilitating their regular attendance and participation in educational programs. Further details regarding the specific routes, number of students to be transported, frequency of service, and any specific accessibility standards will be provided in the full tender documentation. Interested parties are expected to demonstrate their capacity, experience, and commitment to providing high-quality, dependable transportation solutions tailored to the unique circumstances of SEN students. This contract represents an important investment in the educational welfare and accessibility for vulnerable student populations.
This is a services contract in the transport and logistics, education and training and legal services sectors, with a focus on Inclusive Education and Legislative Drafting. Located in Portugal, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 23,357.
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 transport and logistics 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 PortugueseThis tender seeks the provision of specialized student transportation services for students with special educational needs (NEE) for the economic year 2026. The procurement is being conducted in Portugal, with information centralized through the Portal BASE, the official platform for public contracts in mainland Portugal and its autonomous regions.
The contracting authority is looking to engage a qualified service provider capable of offering safe, reliable, and accessible transportation solutions tailored to the unique requirements of students with special educational needs. This typically involves vehicles equipped to accommodate mobility aids, trained personnel with experience in assisting vulnerable passengers, and adherence to stringent safety regulations and protocols. Bidders will be expected to demonstrate their capacity to manage logistical complexities, including route planning, scheduling, and ensuring the well-being of students throughout their journeys to and from educational institutions.
The scope of services will likely encompass regular transportation during the academic year, potentially including specialized transport for extracurricular activities or appointments. Evaluation criteria are expected to focus on the provider's experience in similar services, the quality and suitability of their fleet, the qualifications and training of their staff, and their proposed operational plan, ensuring compliance with all relevant Portuguese legislation and best practices in special needs transportation.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from base_gov_pt and was originally published on March 4, 2026. Last refreshed 7 days ago. Original language: Portuguese. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Agrupamento de Escolas Tomás Cabreira, Faro
Agrupamento de Escolas Tomás Cabreira, Faro has issued 15 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 15 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Industry & Manufacturing, Health & Medical, and Transport & Logistics. All notices are published for Portugal. Notices are distributed via base_gov_pt. Most recent publication: April 2, 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 Mais que um destino....,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 Tomás Cabreira, Faro 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 Transport & Logistics 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 €23,357. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.
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