AwardedAwarded 17 June 2026
Transport Service for Manchester Schools Swimming Programme.
Manchester City Council · Local authority
In brief
Manchester City Council awarded transport work to Swans Travel Limited on 17 June 2026.
It is a framework worth up to £1,465,608 excluding VAT: the most the buyer expects to spend across all suppliers, not one contract.
The contract runs for 3 years, up to 4 years with extensions, starting 1 September 2026.
The buyer says it is suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.
What the notice says
We are seeking a contractor to be a key part of the delivery of the Manchester School
Swimming Programme. You will be responsible for the safe transport of pupils from
across the city to one of Manchester's leisure centres to attend their national curriculum
swimming lessons. You will be part of a hugely successful swimming programme that is
recognised nationally as a good model of practice. The programme produces national
curriculum attainment that is considerably higher than the national average, which we are
very proud of. We look forward to working with the successful contractor to continue
building on this success.
The contract will be awarded to 1 company.
The framework period will be for 3 years with the option to extend for an additional 1
years. It is intended for the framework to commence 01 September 2026. (Term time only,approx. 36-39 weeks per year).
The transport and service provided by the contractor must be safe, sensitive and reliable.
The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to
register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk.
Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to
gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity .
Who won
| Winner | Value | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Swans Travel Limited (SME) 7 bids received | £1,465,608 | Awarded 17 June 2026 |
Values as the award notice gives them, excluding VAT where stated.
Timeline
- Tender notice · UK4, notice 028147-2026
- Contract award notice · UK6, notice 057256-2026
About the buyer
Manchester City CouncilLast 12 months
Procurements
96Awards
50Suppliers it has used most for transport
- Swans Travel Limited1 contract
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From notice 028147-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 26 March 2026, last updated 17 June 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.