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Summer Operations - SAMS1401 - 17/09/2025 - AWARD

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Buckinghamshire Council, titled "Summer Operations - SAMS1401 - 17/09/2025 - AWARD," pertains to taxi services, classified under CPV code 60120000. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract being awarded to The Taxi People Ltd. This contract is set for a term beginning on 22nd September 2025 and concluding on 1st December 2030. The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a restricted procedure, and targets a wide delivery region including the United Kingdom and various overseas territories. While the tender period ended on 19th September 2025, the contract's total value is £27,717.72 GBP.

This procurement opportunity presents significant growth potential for companies capable of providing extensive taxi services. Ideal contenders are those with existing operational capabilities across the specified regions and the ability to offer competitive pricing per mile. Although not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with substantial resources and logistical efficiency will find this contract particularly advantageous. Engaging in this multi-year contract can enhance a supplier's presence in the public sector transportation market.

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Notice Title

Summer Operations - SAMS1401 - 17/09/2025 - AWARD

Notice Description

Please see attached 'invitation to a competition' document for route and contract information. Please be advised when submitting your bid transport operators are required submit a price per mile as described in the call for competition terms and conditions. Please note all clarifications MUST be submitted through the In-tend portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2c69abd-8629-4b42-bc71-889eec2b5816
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£27,717 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
21 Sep 2025 - 1 Dec 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM
Contact Name
Karl Miles
Contact Email
karl.miles1@buckscc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
-

Buyer Location

Locality
AYLESBURY
Postcode
HP19 8FF
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Aylesbury North West
Westminster Constituency
Aylesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE TAXI PEOPLE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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