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SSAC1501 - 24/03/26 - AWARD

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

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14 May 2026 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

Buckinghamshire Council has completed a procurement process for taxi services, under the title "SSAC1501 - 24/03/26". This restricted procedure was classified under the CPV code 60120000 and focused on providing taxi services across various regions, including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, indicative of a more targeted competition process. The tender stage concluded on 26th March 2026, with contracts set to commence on 13th April 2026 and continue until 12th April 2030. The contract award was made public on 14th May 2026, reflecting the awarding of taxi services to ABC Taxis 247 Limited with a contract value of GBP 60,960.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in transportation services, particularly those interested in expanding operations across the UK and adjacent territories. It is a promising prospect for experienced taxi operators capable of managing long-term contracts and providing reliable service. While the opportunity may not specifically cater to SMEs or VCSEs, larger companies with a robust service infrastructure are well-suited to compete due to the wide geographical span and the contract’s duration. The engagement in this procurement process underscores a significant potential for firms looking to solidify a presence in public transportation networks.

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Notice Title

SSAC1501 - 24/03/26 - 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-b5fd17-74bddf2e-af74-474a-8f16-c1e556229a37
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76459eb5-e8e8-4667-9654-85b90b51e930
Current Stage
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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
£60,960 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 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

ABC TAXIS 247

Further Information

Notice Documents

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