Scope
Reference
C0575
Description
Procurement for the provision of Independent Travel Training Services, designed to empower children, young people, and adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to travel independently and safely. The service underpins the council’s commitment to promoting independence, inclusion, and improved quality of life for some of our most vulnerable residents.
It is proposed that the new contract will be for an initial period of five years, commencing in September 2026, with the option to extend for a further two years, subject to satisfactory performance and the continued availability of funding. The expected annual budget will be up to £283,493 for 2026/27, and could rise to circa £500k by 2032/33, if the anticipated growth in demand is achieved. This approach ensures stability and continuity for service users whilst also allowing flexibility to respond to changing needs and circumstances.
Total value (estimated)
- £2,300,000 excluding VAT
- £2,700,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2031
- Possible extension to 30 September 2033
- 7 years
Description of possible extension:
up to 2 years extension
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80510000 - Specialist training services
- 85320000 - Social services
Contract locations
- UKI7 - Outer London - West and North West
- UKI73 - Ealing
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
23 March 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
1 April 2026, 4:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
via Atamis system found at https://ealinglbc-atamis.my.site.com/s/Welcome
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
22 June 2026
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| quality | Quality | 60.00% |
| price | Price | 40.00% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
London Borough of Ealing Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRHZ-3346-MGDQ
Third Floor (Plum Area) Perceval House, 14-16 Uxbridge Road
London
W5 2HL
United Kingdom
Region: UKI73 - Ealing
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government