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SEN18709-SEN-TAXI -ASHMOUNT SCHOOL

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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18 Jul 2026 at 11:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "SEN18709-SEN-TAXI -ASHMOUNT SCHOOL" has been completed by Leicestershire County Council, located at County Hall, Leicester Road, Glenfield, Leicester. The contract falls under the industry category of Transport services (excl. Waste transport) with a CPV code of 60000000. This process was conducted through an open procedure, a method known for encouraging competitive bidding. The tendering phase concluded on 15th July 2026, and the contract is set to commence on 24th August 2026, lasting until 31st July 2027. The services are to be delivered within England, United Kingdom, and the total contract value is £17,654.

This tender offers growth opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services, excluding waste transport, as it supports the transport needs for Ashmount School. Large businesses in the transport sector are well-suited to compete for such contracts, particularly those capable of fulfilling requirements within the specified contractual timeframes and budgets. The awarded supplier for this contract is VMNS Cabs Ltd, based in Leicester, suggesting that companies with a local presence might have a competitive advantage in the procurement of regional contracts. This contract highlights the importance of having the necessary scale and resources to cater to public sector transport demands effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SEN18709-SEN-TAXI -ASHMOUNT SCHOOL

Notice Description

SEN18709-SEN-TAXI -ASHMOUNT SCHOOL

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8b81c8e3-a664-4b94-b520-dbadd9ba1525
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/667934c5-5248-41f0-8a0e-e81aa92d32be
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
Not specified
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
£17,654 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£17,654 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

VMNS CABS

Further Information

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