Published date: 5 December 2025

Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract.


Closing: 19 January 2026, 12pm

Contract summary

Industry

  • Taxi services - 60120000

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Location of contract

England

Value of contract

£44,600,000

Procurement reference

TRAF001-DN799229-00561872

Published date

5 December 2025

Closing date

19 January 2026

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

27 April 2026

Contract end date

26 April 2034

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Competitive dialogue (above threshold)

Tenders are invited from pre-qualified suppliers after discussion of requirements and potential solutions.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

Knowsley, Rochdale, St Helens, Stockport, Tameside and Trafford Councils are seeking to establish an open framework agreement for Transport Services. The Councils require the provision of Transport Services, including for young people between home and school (the "Services"). The Supplier will be expected to provide the Services for specific Councils, with the aims of good quality, safety, value for money and sustainability. The Councils also aim to avoid disruption in supply.

How to apply

Follow the instructions given in the description or the more information section.

About the buyer

Contact name

Sarah Keating

Address

4th Floor, Waterside House
Waterside Plaza
Sale
M33 7ZF
England

Telephone

+44 1619121616

Email

Sarah.Keating@star-procurement.gov.uk

Website

http://www.trafford.gov.uk/