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S348 Mainstream Taxi to The Hastings Academy

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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29 Jul 2026 at 14:33

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Leicestershire County Council involves the provision of transport services under the title "S348 Mainstream Taxi to The Hastings Academy". The service entails a taxi with six passenger seats, travelling from several locations, including Sapcote, Barwell, Stoke Golding, and Hinckley, to The Hastings Academy. This procurement is classified under the transport services industry, specifically excluding waste transport. The process has entered the award stage as of 29th July 2026, with the contract scheduled to start on 24th August 2026 and conclude by 7th July 2027. The procurement followed an open procedure, aimed at providing public opportunities for competition.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the transport services sector, especially those capable of providing passenger taxi services. It is particularly suited for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), given its emphasis on inclusivity for such entities. The awarded contract funnelled a transaction value of £17,280 to A1 TAXI BOOKING SERVICE LTD, reflecting the potential for substantial business growth through public sector engagements. The contract spans a period just under a year, offering a stable and predictable revenue stream for capable suppliers. Interested businesses should be positioned to cater to the regional service demands in England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

S348 Mainstream Taxi to The Hastings Academy

Notice Description

Taxi 6 passenger seats excluding driver from Sapcote, Barwell, Stoke Golding, Hinckley to The Hastings Academy

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8cf6ec2e-a7bf-4835-909e-1c6aa6da8eaf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8e17024-2e6d-488c-8331-76ca81cec0bd
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
£90 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£17,280 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Aug 2026 - 7 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

A1 TAXI BOOKING SERVICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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