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Mainstream Taxi S440 Fleckney Primary School

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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02 Jan 2026 at 11:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Leicestershire County Council involves the contracting for transport services, specifically the use of mainstream taxis for Fleckney Primary School, with a CPV classification under transport services excluding waste transport. Located in Leicester, United Kingdom, this contract exemplifies a completed award stage with the tender period having ended on 29 December 2025, and the contract period commencing on 5 January 2026 and concluding on 10 July 2026. The procurement was carried out using an open procedure, suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, with a total award value of £14,515.20. The contract was awarded to GI Express Leicester Ltd on 30 December 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly those based in or near Leicester. The open procurement method allows competitive participation, making it ideal for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and social enterprises (VCSEs) keen on expanding their service offerings within the framework of public transport requirements. The contract caters to entities that can deliver reliable taxi services, potentially fostering growth in reputation and market share for companies like GI Express Leicester Ltd, who have already secured such opportunities. Engaging in public sector contracts like this one can open doors to a wide range of similar future projects, benefiting businesses aiming to establish a robust presence in local public transport provisions.

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Notice Title

Mainstream Taxi S440 Fleckney Primary School

Notice Description

Mainstream Taxi S440 Fleckney Primary School

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-55b8c0d9-341a-44cf-b95d-e890d0524c5e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8b90502-6d81-4324-919e-9b6ad896321b
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
£115 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£14,515 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Dec 20251 months ago
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 10 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
Dermot Guiney
Contact Email
dermot.guiney@leics.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1162323232

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

GI EXPRESS LEICESTER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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