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School and Special Transport Open Framework

Bedford Borough Council · Tender notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 5 Oct 2026, 09:35.

Opportunity overview

Bedford Borough Council has a statutory duty to provide free home to school travel for compulsory school-aged children who meet nationally prescribed eligibility criteria and for post-16 students who meet locally determined criteria. To fulfil this duty, the Council commissions transport services from external providers using a range of vehicle types to meet the diverse needs of routes and individual passengers. In addition, the School and Specialist Transport Team arranges transport for a range of Adult and Children's Social Care requirements, including contact sessions, day services, and respite provision. To support the efficient and compliant procurement of these services, the Council is establishing a new Open Framework to replace the existing Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). The procurement process will be conducted electronically through the ADAM eProcurement System, with approved providers being eligible to participate in future call-off opportunities under the Open Framework. The Open Framework will be divided into 6 Lots: Lot 1 Passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 1-3 passengers Lot 2 Passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 4-8 passengers Lot 3 Passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 9-16 passengers Lot 4 Passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 17-33 passengers Lot 5 Passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 49 or more passengers Lot 6 Medical Transport Services

Classification

  • CPV34110000 — Passenger cars
  • CPV60112000 — Public road transport services
  • CPV60120000 — Taxi services
  • CPV60130000 — Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
  • CPV60140000 — Non-scheduled passenger transport
  • CPV60170000 — Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Lots

  • Passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 1-3 passengers£48m
  • Passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 4-8 passengers£48m
  • Passenger Transport Services (9-16 Passengers)£48m
  • Passenger Transport Services (17-33 Passengers)£48m
  • Passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 49 or more passengers£48m
  • Medical Transport Services£48m

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
C BBC CH 00001
Status
active
Procurement Method
open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Main Procurement Category
services
Above Threshold
Yes
How to submit
Bidders must register on the ADAM eProcurement System to access the procurement documents and submit a response. To register click on the link below. https://www.theaccessgroup.com/en-gb/health-social-care/software/commissioning-software/access-adam-providers-site/passenger-transport/
Published risks
The Authority may need to modify the Open Framework Agreement, Route Service Agreements and/or Call-Off Contracts should one or more of the following known risks materialise: Changes to passenger numbers, passenger needs, travel care plans, SEND requirements, safeguarding requirements or medical needs requiring amendments to vehicle type, vehicle capacity, staffing levels, specialist equipment, pick-up or drop-off arrangements, route configuration or journey schedules. Changes to educational placements, service-user placements, attendance arrangements, locations served, term dates, operating hours or other service delivery requirements affecting transport provision. Changes in demand for transport services, including increases or reductions in service volumes, routes, journeys, passengers or geographical coverage. Road network changes, highway works, traffic management measures, road closures, access restrictions or other transport infrastructure changes requiring amendments to routes, journey times or collection arrangements. Changes to applicable legislation, statutory guidance, licensing requirements, safeguarding requirements, health and safety requirements, data protection obligations or transport regulations affecting the operation of the services. The introduction of new operational, environmental, accessibility, technology or vehicle compliance requirements necessary to ensure the continued safe, effective and lawful delivery of the services. Changes to funding arrangements, policy objectives, organisational structures or statutory duties impacting the scope, volume or delivery of the services. Severe weather events, emergency planning requirements, public health incidents or other operational circumstances requiring temporary or permanent adjustments to service delivery arrangements. Changes required to accommodate the periodic reopening, refresh, award, onboarding or management of suppliers admitted to the Open Framework in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. The Authority reserves the right, where permitted under the Procurement Act 2023 and any applicable regulations, guidance or statutory instruments, to amend, modify, vary, supplement, extend, novate, replace, reduce, increase, suspend, transfer or otherwise change the Open Framework Agreement, any Route Service Agreement, any Call-Off Contract and any associated procurement or contract documentation during their respective terms. Such modifications may be implemented through any modification mechanism expressly provided for within the procurement documents, Framework Agreement, Route Service Agreements, Call-Off Contracts or associated contract documents, or otherwise where permitted by law. The Authority reserves the right to make modifications arising from, including but not limited to, changes in operational requirements, service delivery requirements, service-user needs, passenger demand, legislation, statutory guidance, funding arrangements, policy, organisational structures, systems, technology, contract management requirements or any other circumstance giving rise to a lawful contract modification. Any modification shall be undertaken in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023 and any other applicable legal requirements.

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Covered By

GPA

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Framework Agreement

Is Open Framework Scheme
Yes
Method
withAndWithoutReopeningCompetition
Type
closed
Description
This procurement establishes an Open Framework for the provision of School and Specialist Transport Services. There is no limit on the number of providers that may be admitted to the Framework, provided they satisfy the published admission requirements and evaluation criteria. The Framework will be reopened periodically during its term to allow additional providers to apply for admission. Providers admitted to the Framework may participate in future contract award procedures for transport services. Call-Off Contracts may be awarded either by Direct Award or through a Competitive Selection Process. Direct Awards may be made where this best meets the needs of the service user and may take account of factors including service continuity, SEND compatibility, safeguarding considerations, geographical location, vehicle suitability, operational capacity, urgent transport requirements, parent or carer preference, and best value considerations. Competitive Selection Processes may include mini-competitions, electronic auctions and reverse auctions conducted through the ADAM eProcurement System, with awards made on the basis of the Most Advantageous Tender. Prices for individual transport services will be determined at Call-Off stage. Depending on the nature of the requirement, pricing may be based on rates submitted during admission to the Framework, direct award arrangements, negotiated route-specific pricing, or prices submitted through mini-competitions, electronic auctions or reverse auctions. Route-specific prices will be set out in the relevant Route Service Agreement. The Council may review and amend prices in accordance with the Framework Agreement, Call-Off Contract provisions and applicable procurement legislation.
Open Framework Scheme End Date
30 Nov 2034, 23:59

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Tender Period

Ends
9 Oct 2026, 19:00

Enquiry period

Ends
23 Sept 2026, 23:59

Expected award period

Ends
25 Nov 2026, 23:59

Lot Details

Award Criteria Details
There is no limit on the number of lots that bidders can be awarded to.

Amendments

Entry 1
Description
The tender submission deadline has been changed to 9 October 2026 at 7pm.
Id
093589-2026

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 1-3 passengers
Description
Provision of passenger transport services for eligible children, young people and other authorised service users using vehicles with capacity for 1 to 3 passengers. Services may include home to school transport, transport to specialist educational settings, alternative provision, social care placements, medical appointments and other Council-approved destinations. Services shall be delivered in accordance with individual Call-Off Contract requirements and may include passenger assistance, safeguarding measures and reasonable adjustments to meet individual needs.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
57,600,000
Amount
48,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price
Description
Assessment of the tendered price submitted for the specific transport requirement. Prices will be evaluated in accordance with the award methodology set out in the Call-Off Invitation and Mini-Competition documentation. Competitive Selection Processes may be conducted through the ADAM eProcurement System and may include reverse auctions and electronic auctions.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality
Description
Assessment of the Provider's quality score and service performance record maintained under the Open Framework. Quality assessments may take account of contract performance, service reliability, safeguarding compliance, operational performance, complaint management, audit outcomes and other quality factors established through the Council's quality assurance arrangements. Quality scores may be adjusted following quality audits undertaken by the Council.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
19 Mar 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
20 Mar 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
option to extend is available up to 5 years 8 months (until 30 November 2034)

Options

Description
The Open Framework will commence on 1 December 2026 and continue until 19 March 2029. The Council reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to extend the Open Framework on one or more occasions, provided that the total duration of the Open Framework, including all extensions, does not exceed eight (8) years from the commencement date. The Council will notify Framework Providers in writing where an extension is exercised. Route Service Agreements and other Call-Off Contracts awarded under the Open Framework may also be extended where the Open Framework is extended, provided that no Call-Off Contract continues beyond the expiry of the Open Framework. The Council also reserves the right, where permitted under the Procurement Act 2023 and as described within the procurement documents, to implement contract modifications including changes to routes, service specifications, passenger requirements, vehicle requirements, operating times, service scope, prices, payment arrangements and contract duration.
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 4-8 passengers
Description
Provision of passenger transport services for eligible children, young people and other authorised service users using vehicles with capacity for 4 to 8 passengers. Services may include shared and dedicated transport arrangements for mainstream education, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), alternative provision, social care and other commissioned services. Transport shall be provided in accordance with route specifications and Call-Off Contract requirements issued by the Council.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
57,600,000
Amount
48,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price
Description
Assessment of the tendered price submitted for the specific transport requirement. Prices will be evaluated in accordance with the award methodology set out in the Call-Off Invitation and Mini-Competition documentation. Competitive Selection Processes may be conducted through the ADAM eProcurement System and may include reverse auctions and electronic auctions.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality
Description
Assessment of the Provider's quality score and service performance record maintained under the Open Framework. Quality assessments may take account of contract performance, service reliability, safeguarding compliance, operational performance, complaint management, audit outcomes and other quality factors established through the Council's quality assurance arrangements. Quality scores may be adjusted following quality audits undertaken by the Council.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
19 Mar 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
20 Mar 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
option to extend is available up to 5 years 8 months (until 30 November 2034)

Options

Description
The Open Framework will commence on 1 December 2026 and continue until 19 March 2029. The Council reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to extend the Open Framework on one or more occasions, provided that the total duration of the Open Framework, including all extensions, does not exceed eight (8) years from the commencement date. The Council will notify Framework Providers in writing where an extension is exercised. Route Service Agreements and other Call-Off Contracts awarded under the Open Framework may also be extended where the Open Framework is extended, provided that no Call-Off Contract continues beyond the expiry of the Open Framework. The Council also reserves the right, where permitted under the Procurement Act 2023 and as described within the procurement documents, to implement contract modifications including changes to routes, service specifications, passenger requirements, vehicle requirements, operating times, service scope, prices, payment arrangements and contract duration.
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Passenger Transport Services (9-16 Passengers)
Description
Provision of passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 9 to 16 passengers. Services may include scheduled and ad hoc transport for children, young people and other authorised service users travelling to educational establishments, specialist settings, alternative provision, social care placements and other approved destinations. Services shall be provided in accordance with route specifications and service requirements set out in individual Call-Off Contracts.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
57,600,000
Amount
48,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price
Description
Assessment of the tendered price submitted for the specific transport requirement. Prices will be evaluated in accordance with the award methodology set out in the Call-Off Invitation and Mini-Competition documentation. Competitive Selection Processes may be conducted through the ADAM eProcurement System and may include reverse auctions and electronic auctions.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality
Description
Assessment of the Provider's quality score and service performance record maintained under the Open Framework. Quality assessments may take account of contract performance, service reliability, safeguarding compliance, operational performance, complaint management, audit outcomes and other quality factors established through the Council's quality assurance arrangements. Quality scores may be adjusted following quality audits undertaken by the Council.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
19 Mar 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
20 Mar 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
option to extend is available up to 5 years 8 months (until 30 November 2034)

Options

Description
The Open Framework will commence on 1 December 2026 and continue until 19 March 2029. The Council reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to extend the Open Framework on one or more occasions, provided that the total duration of the Open Framework, including all extensions, does not exceed eight (8) years from the commencement date. The Council will notify Framework Providers in writing where an extension is exercised. Route Service Agreements and other Call-Off Contracts awarded under the Open Framework may also be extended where the Open Framework is extended, provided that no Call-Off Contract continues beyond the expiry of the Open Framework. The Council also reserves the right, where permitted under the Procurement Act 2023 and as described within the procurement documents, to implement contract modifications including changes to routes, service specifications, passenger requirements, vehicle requirements, operating times, service scope, prices, payment arrangements and contract duration.
Entry 4
Id
4
Title
Passenger Transport Services (17-33 Passengers)
Description
Provision of passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 17 to 33 passengers. Services may include shared transport arrangements for pupils and other authorised service users travelling to mainstream schools, specialist educational settings, alternative provision and other approved destinations. Services shall be delivered in accordance with route specifications issued by the Council and the requirements of individual Call-Off Contracts.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
57,600,000
Amount
48,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price
Description
Assessment of the tendered price submitted for the specific transport requirement. Prices will be evaluated in accordance with the award methodology set out in the Call-Off Invitation and Mini-Competition documentation. Competitive Selection Processes may be conducted through the ADAM eProcurement System and may include reverse auctions and electronic auctions.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality
Description
Assessment of the Provider's quality score and service performance record maintained under the Open Framework. Quality assessments may take account of contract performance, service reliability, safeguarding compliance, operational performance, complaint management, audit outcomes and other quality factors established through the Council's quality assurance arrangements. Quality scores may be adjusted following quality audits undertaken by the Council.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
19 Mar 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
20 Mar 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
option to extend is available up to 5 years 8 months (until 30 November 2034)

Options

Description
The Open Framework will commence on 1 December 2026 and continue until 19 March 2029. The Council reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to extend the Open Framework on one or more occasions, provided that the total duration of the Open Framework, including all extensions, does not exceed eight (8) years from the commencement date. The Council will notify Framework Providers in writing where an extension is exercised. Route Service Agreements and other Call-Off Contracts awarded under the Open Framework may also be extended where the Open Framework is extended, provided that no Call-Off Contract continues beyond the expiry of the Open Framework. The Council also reserves the right, where permitted under the Procurement Act 2023 and as described within the procurement documents, to implement contract modifications including changes to routes, service specifications, passenger requirements, vehicle requirements, operating times, service scope, prices, payment arrangements and contract duration.
Entry 5
Id
5
Title
Passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 49 or more passengers
Description
Provision of passenger transport services using vehicles with capacity for 49 or more passengers. Services may include large-capacity transport for school pupils and other authorised service users travelling to educational establishments and other approved destinations. Services shall be provided in accordance with route specifications, performance requirements and Call-Off Contract terms issued by the Council.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
57,600,000
Amount
48,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price
Description
Assessment of the tendered price submitted for the specific transport requirement. Prices will be evaluated in accordance with the award methodology set out in the Call-Off Invitation and Mini-Competition documentation. Competitive Selection Processes may be conducted through the ADAM eProcurement System and may include reverse auctions and electronic auctions.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality
Description
Assessment of the Provider's quality score and service performance record maintained under the Open Framework. Quality assessments may take account of contract performance, service reliability, safeguarding compliance, operational performance, complaint management, audit outcomes and other quality factors established through the Council's quality assurance arrangements. Quality scores may be adjusted following quality audits undertaken by the Council.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
19 Mar 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
20 Mar 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
option to extend is available up to 5 years 8 months (until 30 November 2034)

Options

Description
The Open Framework will commence on 1 December 2026 and continue until 19 March 2029. The Council reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to extend the Open Framework on one or more occasions, provided that the total duration of the Open Framework, including all extensions, does not exceed eight (8) years from the commencement date. The Council will notify Framework Providers in writing where an extension is exercised. Route Service Agreements and other Call-Off Contracts awarded under the Open Framework may also be extended where the Open Framework is extended, provided that no Call-Off Contract continues beyond the expiry of the Open Framework. The Council also reserves the right, where permitted under the Procurement Act 2023 and as described within the procurement documents, to implement contract modifications including changes to routes, service specifications, passenger requirements, vehicle requirements, operating times, service scope, prices, payment arrangements and contract duration.
Entry 6
Id
6
Title
Medical Transport Services
Description
Provision of non-emergency medical transport services for eligible service users travelling to and from healthcare facilities, treatment centres, clinics and other approved medical appointments. Services may be delivered using a range of vehicle types appropriate to the needs of the passenger and may include transport for individuals with mobility, accessibility or medical requirements. Services shall be provided in accordance with individual Call-Off Contract requirements, safeguarding obligations and applicable service standards.
Status
active
Has Renewal
Yes
Has Options
Yes

Value

Including VAT
57,600,000
Amount
48,000,000
Currency
GBP

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Type
price
Name
Price
Description
Assessment of the tendered price submitted for the specific transport requirement. Prices will be evaluated in accordance with the award methodology set out in the Call-Off Invitation and Mini-Competition documentation. Competitive Selection Processes may be conducted through the ADAM eProcurement System and may include reverse auctions and electronic auctions.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
90
Weight
percentageExact
Criterion 2
Type
quality
Name
Quality
Description
Assessment of the Provider's quality score and service performance record maintained under the Open Framework. Quality assessments may take account of contract performance, service reliability, safeguarding compliance, operational performance, complaint management, audit outcomes and other quality factors established through the Council's quality assurance arrangements. Quality scores may be adjusted following quality audits undertaken by the Council.

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
10
Weight
percentageExact

Suitability

Sme
Yes
Vcse
Yes

Contract period

Starts
1 Dec 2026, 00:00
Ends
19 Mar 2029, 23:59
Max Extent Date
20 Mar 2034, 23:59

Renewal

Description
option to extend is available up to 5 years 8 months (until 30 November 2034)

Options

Description
The Open Framework will commence on 1 December 2026 and continue until 19 March 2029. The Council reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to extend the Open Framework on one or more occasions, provided that the total duration of the Open Framework, including all extensions, does not exceed eight (8) years from the commencement date. The Council will notify Framework Providers in writing where an extension is exercised. Route Service Agreements and other Call-Off Contracts awarded under the Open Framework may also be extended where the Open Framework is extended, provided that no Call-Off Contract continues beyond the expiry of the Open Framework. The Council also reserves the right, where permitted under the Procurement Act 2023 and as described within the procurement documents, to implement contract modifications including changes to routes, service specifications, passenger requirements, vehicle requirements, operating times, service scope, prices, payment arrangements and contract duration.

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
34110000
Description
Passenger cars
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
60112000
Description
Public road transport services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
60120000
Description
Taxi services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
60130000
Description
Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
60140000
Description
Non-scheduled passenger transport
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
60170000
Description
Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKH24
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
34110000
Description
Passenger cars
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
60112000
Description
Public road transport services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
60120000
Description
Taxi services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
60130000
Description
Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
60140000
Description
Non-scheduled passenger transport
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
60170000
Description
Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKH24
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 3
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
34110000
Description
Passenger cars
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
60112000
Description
Public road transport services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
60120000
Description
Taxi services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
60130000
Description
Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
60140000
Description
Non-scheduled passenger transport
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
60170000
Description
Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKH24
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 4
Id
4
Related Lot
4

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
34110000
Description
Passenger cars
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
60112000
Description
Public road transport services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
60120000
Description
Taxi services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
60130000
Description
Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
60140000
Description
Non-scheduled passenger transport
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
60170000
Description
Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKH24
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 5
Id
5
Related Lot
5

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
34110000
Description
Passenger cars
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
60112000
Description
Public road transport services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
60120000
Description
Taxi services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
60130000
Description
Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
60140000
Description
Non-scheduled passenger transport
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
60170000
Description
Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKH24
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Item 6
Id
6
Related Lot
6

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
CPV
Id
34110000
Description
Passenger cars
Entry 2
Scheme
CPV
Id
60112000
Description
Public road transport services
Entry 3
Scheme
CPV
Id
60120000
Description
Taxi services
Entry 4
Scheme
CPV
Id
60130000
Description
Special-purpose road passenger-transport services
Entry 5
Scheme
CPV
Id
60140000
Description
Non-scheduled passenger transport
Entry 6
Scheme
CPV
Id
60170000
Description
Hire of passenger transport vehicles with driver

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKH24
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Entry 2
Id
093589-2026
Document Type
tenderNotice
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Published
5 Oct 2026, 08:21
Format
text/html

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Name
Bedford Borough Council
Id
GB-PPON-PLCV-4616-VTHL

Identifier

Scheme
GB-PPON
Id
PLCV-4616-VTHL

Address

Street Address
Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street
Locality
Bedford
Postal Code
MK42 9AP
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Region
UKH24

Contact

Roles

buyer

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Id
publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment
Description
Public authority - sub-central government

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Bedford · UKH24 · MK42 9AP · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKH24 · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

4 published notice versions reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

4 VERSIONS
  1. 079984-2026Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·
  2. 082023-2026Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ·
  3. 085188-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·
  4. 093589-2026Tender notice on Find a Tender ·

PROCURAAXIS ANALYSIS

ProcuraAxis Analysis

Our approved analysis of the opportunity appears below the official tender information.

ANALYSIS PREVIEW

Opportunity intelligence at a glance

Bedford Borough Council is appointing passenger-transport providers to an open framework for school, SEND, social care and non-emergency medical journeys. Providers admitted to the framework may bid for future call-off opportunities via the ADAM eProcurement System.

Who this may suit

Suitable for taxi, private-hire, minibus, coach and specialist/non-emergency medical transport operators able to deliver passenger transport with drivers across the relevant vehicle-capacity lot(s).

Key points identified

  • Electronic procurement platformProcurement will be conducted through the ADAM eProcurement System.Evidence: “The procurement process will be conducted electronically through the ADAM eProcurement System.”
  • Call-off delivery requirementsServices must comply with the relevant individual call-off contract and route/service specification.Evidence: Lots state that services shall be delivered in accordance with individual Call-Off Contract requirements, route specifications or service requirements.
  • Safeguarding and accessibilitySafeguarding, passenger assistance and reasonable adjustments may be required depending on the lot and call-off.Evidence: Lot 1 may include “passenger assistance, safeguarding measures and reasonable adjustments”; Lot 6 refers to “safeguarding obligations”.
96% approved-analysis confidence5 supplier criteria identified3 risks or unknowns

SOURCE AND FRESHNESS

Traceable procurement data

Source
Find a Tender
Notice reference
093589-2026
OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-06e9b8
First published
9 Sept 2026
Last checked
5 Oct 2026, 09:35
Notice versions reviewed
4
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HOW THIS WAS PREPARED

Approved, evidence-bound analysis

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Analysis status
Approved for publication
Analysed
5 Oct 2026
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