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S786 Mainstream Taxi to John Ferneley College

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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21 Jul 2026 at 10:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was managed by Leicestershire County Council for the provision of transport services, specifically a taxi service for four passengers from Croxton Kerrial, Harby, and Goadby Marwood to John Ferneley College. The tender, identifiable by its title "S786 Mainstream Taxi to John Ferneley College" and classification code "60000000" within the transport services industry, was conducted via an open procedure. Located in England, United Kingdom, the procurement reached the award stage with the contract period commencing on 26th August 2026 and concluding on 6th July 2027. The award was made on 21st July 2026 to PS Taxis LTD for a value of £86.30.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the transport services sector, especially those capable of providing small-scale passenger transport solutions. The suitability criteria indicating the acceptance of SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) further broaden the scope for a wider range of businesses to engage in such contracts. Companies operating within the Leicestershire area with an emphasis on punctual and reliable services would find this contract beneficial for business growth. Such engagements not only provide consistent work but also establish relationships with local government bodies, potentially leading to further opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

S786 Mainstream Taxi to John Ferneley College

Notice Description

Taxi 4 seater from Croxton Kerrial, Harby, Goadby Marwood to John Ferneley College

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-46b0d634-a329-495f-bdb3-7c0fdb074966
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea4e24d8-70ec-4185-a34d-e2fe288bd9f4
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
£86 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£86 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Aug 2026 - 6 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

PS TAXIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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