Award

Phase 3B - SHHS1405 - 08/12/25 - AWARD

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

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Award

20 Apr 2026 at 13:39

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process was conducted by Buckinghamshire Council, managing its e-Tendering system, and pertains to taxi services, specifically under the title "Phase 3B - SHHS1405 - 08/12/25 - AWARD". The procurement falls within the services category and covers locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. This tender was finalised through a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure, and is currently at the award stage. The contract period commences on 23rd February 2026, culminating on 23rd February 2030, following the tender period's completion on 22nd December 2025. Key dates include the awarding date on 21st January 2026 and publication on 20th April 2026.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those specialising in taxi services. As this is a restricted procedure, it appeals to established businesses that can efficiently comply with the specified requirements. The awarded contract to AUK Airport Service Ltd highlights the competitive landscape for transport operators willing to offer competitive pricing per mile. Though not specifically suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with a strong operational presence across multiple regions, including the UK, are well-positioned to leverage such opportunities for expansion and increased service footprint. The £93,954.60 contract value presents a lucrative chance for bolster long-term contractual engagements.

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Notice Title

Phase 3B - SHHS1405 - 08/12/25 - 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-b5fd17-337e6b98-0879-45cc-97fc-bcdba650697d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38a63634-3709-4645-8439-1df110f69aea
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
£93,954 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 23 Feb 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

AUK AIRPORT SERVICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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