Milton Keynes Council · Awarded contract

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Volunteer Drivers Service for Vulnerable Children and Young People in Milton Keynes

Awarded 24 Apr 2024

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Awarded24 Apr 2024

Value£236,000.00

SupplierVolunteering Matters

AgencyMilton Keynes Council

RegionSouth East

CategoryPublic Services & Welfare

Expires in 6mo2y 12mo term, 85% elapsed

Awarded 24 Apr 2024Expires 23 Apr 2027

About

Milton Keynes Council awarded a contract to Volunteering Matters for the provision of a Volunteer Drivers Service for children, young people and their families/carers within the Borough of Milton Keynes.

The service operates under the Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981, ensuring journeys are arranged in advance, charges are agreed in advance, and no profit is made, thereby avoiding unfair competition with taxis or public transport.

The contract runs for an initial period of 3 years from 3rd June 2024 to 2nd June 2027, with an option to extend for a further 1 year to 2nd June 2028, making the total possible term 4 years.

The total contract value, including extensions, is £236,000, which includes an estimated £80,000 (£20,000 per annum) for transport costs over the full 4 years.

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