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S77-Mainstream Taxi-Countesthorpe Academy

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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07 Aug 2025 at 09:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Leicestershire County Council involved the contracting of transport services under the title "S77-Mainstream Taxi-Countesthorpe Academy." This procurement process utilises an open procedure within the services category, specific to the transport industry excluding waste transport. The geographical focus is in England, United Kingdom, where the council is headquartered in Glenfield, Leicester. The tender phase has been completed, with key dates including the award notice publication on 7th August 2025. Contracts are set to commence on 26th August 2025 and span till 9th July 2026. This creates a substantial opportunity for businesses seeking involvement in local transport services, particularly at mainstream educational institutions.

This tender represents a fruitful opportunity for businesses in the transport sector, notably those equipped to deliver taxi services suited to educational contexts. Notably, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as indicated by the procurement's suitability criteria. The open nature of the procurement method suggests reduced barriers to entry, allowing a wider range of businesses to compete. Robinson Private Hire, designated as the supplier for this contract, exemplifies the potential for business expansion within this framework, highlighting the possibilities for other large-scale transport providers to secure similar roles in future tenders.

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Notice Title

S77-Mainstream Taxi-Countesthorpe Academy

Notice Description

S77-Mainstream Taxi-Countesthorpe Academy

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-29fbb6bb-7681-4c5f-a10e-de3421bb6965
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c607caeb-fff7-47b5-a254-c97615db0e76
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£62 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£11,780 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
25 Aug 2025 - 9 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROBINSON PRIVATE HIRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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