South Cambridgeshire District Council - Provision of Enhanced Taxi Driver Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) Checks and an Interim DBS Update Service Check and Driving Licence Check

SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

10 Jul 2026 at 09:28

Summary of the contracting process

South Cambridgeshire District Council has initiated an active tender process for the "Provision of Enhanced Taxi Driver Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) Checks and an Interim DBS Update Service Check and Driving Licence Check." This procurement is focused on the personnel services category, specifically excluding placement and supply services, and is relevant to the East of England region. The process follows an open procedure, as indicated by its "Open procedure (above threshold)" classification. The tender period concludes on 5th August 2026, with the contract expected to commence on 14th September 2026 and continue until 13th September 2029. Businesses interested in participating can access the full tender documents via the e-tendering portal specified in the invitation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in electronic DBS checks and driving licence verification services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in particular, may find this tender aligns well with their capabilities, offering potential for new business growth and expansion within the local government service sector. Companies with a focus on delivering robust, efficient, and compliant background checking services will be well-suited to compete, taking advantage of the three-year contract period to establish or strengthen their presence in the government services market.

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Notice Title

South Cambridgeshire District Council - Provision of Enhanced Taxi Driver Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) Checks and an Interim DBS Update Service Check and Driving Licence Check

Notice Description

SCDC is letting a concessionary services contract to appoint a provider who can provide electronic enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks on taxi drivers and private hire drivers operating within the district. SCDC also requires the provision of an interim DBS update service check and Driving Licence Check for all licensed Drivers. Should you be interested in this opportunity, the full tender documents can be found on our e-tendering portal via the following link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=35bb47fd-3f7c-f111-813c-005056b64545

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-82f704ae-6cd1-45bd-afb3-3260d84f3430
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0486a82-1602-4e20-9588-1c8aa846a227
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79630000 - Personnel services except placement and supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBOURNE
Postcode
CB23 6EA
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward
Cambourne
Westminster Constituency
St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire

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