Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has published a procurement opportunity for mini competition 35 lavender road gurnos to newbridge high school with an estimated value of an undisclosed value. The submission deadline is the date stated in the official notice, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Find a Tender portal.

Published on 2026-04-09, this contract is open to suitably qualified suppliers across the United Kingdom. All businesses interested in bidding should review the full tender documentation and confirm they meet all eligibility requirements before the closing date.

Contract overview

The procurement for an individual scheduled route appropriate to vehicles with 4-8 seats

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is the contracting authority. The estimated value is an undisclosed value and the deadline is the date stated in the official notice. Download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to training providers, educational organisations, e-learning companies. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing, and hold Ofsted registration, relevant accreditations.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots.

• Proven track record in education & training contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a an undisclosed value contract
• Relevant certifications: Ofsted registration, relevant accreditations
• Capacity to mobilise within Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council’s required timeframe

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Find a Tender at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032498-2026
• Step 2 — Register free: Create or log in to your supplier account
• Step 3 — Download documents: Read the full ITT before preparing your response
• Step 4 — Raise clarifications: Submit questions early — Q&A typically closes 1–2 weeks before the deadline
• Step 5 — Submit before the date stated in the official notice: Late submissions are not accepted

What the buyer will evaluate

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. Buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion.

Writing a winning bid

• Lead with an executive summary addressing Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes from comparable contracts
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Find a Tender is completely free.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Find a Tender listing at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032498-2026.

This article is for informational purposes only. Always verify all details on the official procurement portal before submitting a bid. Kael Tripton is not affiliated with or endorsed by Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council or the UK government.