SEND Bus Contract – London Hire Extension
August 20, 2026 Cabinet Member for Children and Young People (Cabinet member) Key decision Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
Cabinet Member for Children and Young People decided to approve the extension of the current contract with London Hire for 25 months from 1 July 2026 to 31 July 2028. The decision was made on 20/08/2026. This approval allows time for the Council to review and recommission the service in line with SEND reforms, providing a transition period if a new provider is selected.
Full council record
Purpose
The decision to proceed with a two year extension for London Hire to continue to deliver the SEND Bus Contract to meet Lambeth’s statutory duties.
Decision
To approve the extension of the current contract with London Hire for 25 months (1 July 2026 to 31 July 2028) at an estimated cost of £5.675m, allowing time for the Council to review and recommission the service in line with the upcoming Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Reforms, providing a transition period if a new provider is selected through the tendering process.
Supporting Documents
Details
| Reference | Call-ins0 |
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 20 Aug 2026 |
| Effective from | 28 Aug 2026 |
| Lead officer | Sophie Garner |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |