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CSLP1601 - AWARD

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

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20 Nov 2025 at 15:28

Summary of the contracting process

Buckinghamshire Council has completed a selective procurement process, awarding a contract for taxi services under the title "CSLP1601". The procurement utilised a restricted procedure and culminated in the award stage, which was finalised on 20th November 2025. The tender period ended on 15th October 2025, and the contract is set to run from 4th November 2025 to 13th April 2030. The project spans multiple regions, including the United Kingdom and several overseas territories, and is classified under the CPV code 60120000 for taxi services.

This procurement presents potential business growth opportunities, particularly for transport operators specialising in taxi services. As the process utilised a selective procurement method, businesses with a track record of fulfilling similar contracts were likely prioritised, indicating a competitive environment for established enterprises in this sector. Although suitability was not specifically intended for SMEs or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE), companies with the capability to meet the contractual demands may find lucrative opportunities through this contract, valued at £39,880.22. The award was granted to Executive Private Hire (EPH) Ltd, also known as Cabs4U, highlighting the competitive nature and promising prospects for firms equipped to deliver services across diverse locales.

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Notice Title

CSLP1601 - 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
ocds-b5fd17-2f3416bf-442b-48af-90b0-7f9a791e9e56
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/045d1735-37c5-4469-804c-b8c465eac5d5
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
£39,880 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
4 Nov 2025 - 13 Apr 2030 4-5 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

EXECUTIVE PRIVATE HIRE (EPH) LTD T/A CABS4U

Further Information

Notice Documents

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