- Torrevieja’s Local Government approves a new 4-year transport contract for municipal sports schools, with an option to extend for 1 more year.
- The contract’s total value is €553,298.50 including VAT,with an annual budget of €117,325.67 covering 176 trips to regional, provincial, autonomous community, and national competitions.
- The transport service supports young athletes by providing safe, coordinated travel, reducing private vehicle use on competition days.
- The municipal sports schools also offer free facilities, sports instructors, and accident insurance with hospital care included.
- Offer submissions are open until July 22, 2025.
torrevieja greenlights Major Transport Contract for Municipal Sports Schools
The City Council of Torrevieja has recently approved a meaningful transportation contract aimed at supporting the city’s Municipal Sports Schools.This initiative ensures that young athletes have reliable and organized transport for competitions outside the local area, ranging from nearby towns to national-level events.
Contract details and Financial Overview
the approved contract spans four years, with an option to extend for an additional year, covering a total budget of €553,298.50 (including VAT). Annually, the contract allocates approximately €117,325.67 to manage a planned 176 trips that cover various competition stages-comarcal (regional), provincial, autonomous community, and national.
| Contract Duration | Annual Budget (incl. VAT) | Total Budget (incl. VAT) | Number of Trips per Year | Offer Submission Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 years + 1 optional | €117,325.67 | €553,298.50 | 176 | July 22, 2025 |
Supporting Young Athletes and Sustainable Practices
This contract plays an essential role in maintaining and enhancing the existing transport services provided to the sports schools. By facilitating organized travel, it significantly reduces the number of private vehicles on the road on competition days, which contributes to lowering pollution and traffic congestion in and around Torrevieja.
Another key benefit is the independence this service gives young athletes and their families. By eliminating the need for parents or guardians to arrange transport during work hours or other commitments, it ensures consistent attendance and participation in sports events.
Comprehensive Sports School Support
The municipal sports schools in Torrevieja follow a well-rounded operational model that includes:
- Free use of sports facilities.
- Qualified sports instructors for continuous support and training.
- Accident insurance, featuring medical attention at Hospital Quirón.
- Coordinated transport to competitions outside the city.
The program’s primary goal is to encourage healthy habits among young people, foster sportsmanship values, and nurture a lifelong love for physical activity.
How to Participate: Bid Submission
Interested transport providers are invited to submit proposals until July 22,2025. This open call ensures transparency and competition for the contract, ultimately benefiting the municipal sports community with high-quality and cost-efficient transport solutions.
Why This Matters
By officially approving this contract, Torrevieja’s local government demonstrates its ongoing commitment to sports progress and youth well-being. The accessibility and continuity offered through the contract promise to keep fostering talent and encouraging active lifestyles for the young generation, strengthening the social fabric through sport.
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