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28 Jul 2026 at 09:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "S664 Mainstream Taxi to Kibworth Mead Academy" contract was managed by Leicestershire County Council, a prominent public authority based in Leicester, United Kingdom. This contract, classified under the industry category of transport services, involved taxi services with 8 passenger seats excluding the driver, operating from various locations in England to Kibworth Mead Academy. The procurement used an open procedure method and had its tender period concluding on 21st July 2026. The contract, awarded to PREMIER TAXIS LEICESTER LTD, commenced on 26th August 2026 and is set to end on 9th July 2027, with a total value of £21,504.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities particularly for SMEs and social enterprises, as outlined in its suitability criteria. The main procurement category of transport services indicates a strong fit for businesses specialising in logistics, transport, and commercial taxi operations. Successful bidders would benefit not only from the financial value but also from the prestige associated with working alongside a local government council like Leicestershire County Council. Such collaborations can enhance a business's portfolio and reputation within the transport industry and the public sector.

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Notice Title

S664 Mainstream Taxi to Kibworth Mead Academy

Notice Description

Taxi 8 passenger seats excluding driver from Billesdon, Little Street, Illston on the hill, Three Gates, Shangton, Kibworth Harcourt to Kibworth Mead Academy

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-61bbc495-41a2-476c-bc91-2bb7d0e52023
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a849e61-8b30-481c-8f3c-3e215fe84e0a
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
£112 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£21,504 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Aug 2026 - 9 Jul 2027 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
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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

PREMIER TAXIS LEICESTER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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