Award

Logistics - Taxi Hire Services

THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 Apr 2020 at 08:18

Tender

07 Aug 2018 at 09:12

Summary of the contracting process

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is currently engaging in the procurement process for a contract titled "Logistics - Taxi Hire Services." This initiative falls within the service sector, specifically related to taxi services, and encompasses a total estimated contract value of £60 million to £74 million over a seven-year term, starting from 1 July 2019. The tender was published on 7 August 2018 and involves a selective procurement method with a competitive procedure including negotiation, which indicates the involvement of a formal tendering process. The contract allows for an initial five-year term with the potential for extensions of up to 24 months. The contract covers a wide delivery area including the UK as well as international locations, particularly regions where the BBC maintains operations such as the Hebrides and Channel Islands.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses in the transportation and logistics sectors, particularly for those specialising in taxi hire and related services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the contract's structure aligns well with the capabilities of agile service providers who can respond quickly to a diverse range of transportation needs. Furthermore, the extensive geographical scope of the service requirement means that companies operating beyond the traditional market areas could present competitive bids, enhancing their visibility and growth in the public sector domain.

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Notice Title

Logistics - Taxi Hire Services

Notice Description

The BBC requires a managed service (including booking and supply) of private hire, taxi and taxi bike services capable of providing a full UK and international taxi service. The BBC has bases around the UK including the Hebrides and the Channel Islands and therefore there may be a requirement for taxis in these areas. The total value of this contract is estimated at PS60m - PS74m over the full seven-year term, including extension options. The Contract will have an initial term of five (5) years, starting from 1 July 2019 The BBC may extend the term on one or more occasions for up to a maximum total extension period of twenty-four months. Applicants should note that this term and possible options to extend may be discussed during the procurement process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7b38212c-9406-4ca5-971b-8b4f07f94388
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42ca2aa1-c8c3-48e9-85fc-fe073d9b48e6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£74,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£74,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2019 - 30 Jun 2026 Over 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
THE BRITISH BROADCASTING CORPORATION (BBC)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOND
Postcode
W1A 1AA
Post Town
West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
West End
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GT GETTAXI (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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