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Phase 3A - SALF1416 - 27/11/25 - AWARD

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

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17 Apr 2026 at 15:54

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by Buckinghamshire Council concerns the tender titled "Phase 3A - SALF1416 - 27/11/25 - AWARD", which falls under the industry category of Taxi services, classified with CPV code 60120000. The procurement method utilised was a selective or restricted procedure. The process has reached the award stage, with the contract award announced on 17 April 2026. Covering a wide geographical area, the services are intended for various locations including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and further afield. The contract period spans from 23 February 2026 to 23 February 2030, offering a considerable opportunity for businesses within the transport sector.

This tender presents significant business opportunities specifically for transport operators who can provide competitive pricing per mile, as required under the competition terms. Although not specifically tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, the contract valued at £86,485.48 GBP could still attract established businesses with scalable operations. With the contract set to last over four years, organisations providing taxi services across multiple locations can expect steady business growth with the potential to expand logistical capacities and increase market presence. Neales Taxis Limited, based in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, has already been named as the supplier, demonstrating a precedent for local and capable enterprises to secure such contracts.

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Notice Title

Phase 3A - SALF1416 - 27/11/25 - 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-b5fd17-483e9d8c-834f-4edd-bfeb-9efffd497340
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4a9e4b9-171a-43ea-af96-60d54cda0107
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£86,485 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 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

NEALES TAXIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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