Regular School Transport

Auto-translated from Portuguese

Original title: Transporte Escolar Regular

Município de Santa Cruz

Published: Jul 21, 2026

Updated: Jul 22, 2026

Source: TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU)

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the transport and logistics sector, with a focus on Logistics and Freight. Located in Portugal, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 199,653. Proposals must be submitted before August 4, 2026.

Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), 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. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Original language: Portuguese

This tender, originating from Portugal and sourced via TED, is for 'Transporte Escolar Regular', meaning regular school transportation services. The contracting authority, likely a municipality or educational authority, is seeking a reliable provider to transport students to and from educational institutions on a regular basis. The scope of services typically includes operating a fleet of school buses, ensuring the safety and well-being of student passengers, adhering to strict schedules, and covering specific routes within the designated area. Key requirements for bidders involve demonstrating a strong safety record, possessing a suitable fleet of well-maintained and compliant vehicles, employing qualified and vetted drivers, and having robust operational management capabilities. The tender documents will detail the specific routes, pick-up/drop-off points, timetables, number of students, vehicle capacity requirements, and safety standards (e.g., seat belts, child safety measures). Experience in providing school transport services in Portugal and adherence to national transport regulations will be crucial.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on July 21, 2026. Last refreshed today. Original language: Portuguese. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Município de Santa Cruz

Município de Santa Cruz has issued 58 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 1 currently open and 40 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Information & Communication Technology, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for Portugal. Notices are distributed via base_gov_pt and TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: July 21, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is €199,653 - €199,653. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

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 TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 4, 2026. You have 14 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Município de Santa Cruz 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.