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S541-Mainstream Taxi 4 passenger seats- Robert -Smyth Academy

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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12 Aug 2025 at 15:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by Leicestershire County Council, focused on the provision of transport services, specifically a mainstream taxi service for Robert Smyth Academy. This contract, awarded on 12th August 2025, falls under the transport services category with a main procurement category as services. Utilising an open procedure method, the contract was set within the region of England, United Kingdom, and the contract period runs from 27th August 2025 to 10th July 2026. Businesses interested in such opportunities should note that the tender process was completed, with Murphy’s Taxis Ltd securing the contract for the value of £11,400 following the tender period that ended on 8th August 2025.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses focused on providing transport services, especially those capable of meeting the specific requirements of educational institutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs), were considered suitable, making it an ideal opportunity for businesses looking to expand their service offerings within the public sector. With Leicestershire County Council as the contracting authority, businesses have the chance to establish long-term relationships and potentially secure additional contracts in the future.

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Notice Title

S541-Mainstream Taxi 4 passenger seats- Robert -Smyth Academy

Notice Description

S541-Mainstream Taxi 4 passenger seats- Robert -Smyth Academy

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8d04c381-e36c-464a-9f6d-8d2c1e04837a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/483defee-b00a-4c32-8783-7f2a4427d683
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
£60 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£11,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
26 Aug 2025 - 10 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Marye Cufflin
Contact Email
marye.cufflin@leics.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1162323232

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

MURPHYS TAXIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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