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Summer Operations Week 5 - SBPS1419 - 28/08/2025 - AWARD

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

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02 Oct 2025 at 10:31

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process, managed by Buckinghamshire Council through its e-Tendering System, pertains to the provision of taxi services under the title "Summer Operations Week 5 - SBPS1419 - 28/08/2025 - AWARD". The associated industry category is identified by CPV code 60120000. This contract covers a broad geographical area, including the United Kingdom and various overseas territories, with operations slated to occur between 3rd September 2025 and 2nd December 2030. The procurement utilised a selective method, specifically a restricted procedure, with the tender period having closed on 1st September 2025. The award phase was completed, with the contract being awarded to The Taxi People Ltd on 2nd September 2025. The total contract value is £142,986.36 GBP, as published on 2nd October 2025.

This tender presents significant business growth potential, especially for established transport service providers familiar with government procurement processes. Although the contract is not explicitly marked for SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with expertise in delivering scalable and reliable taxi services across diverse regions will find this opportunity to be a strategic fit. Companies capable of offering competitive pricing per mile, while adhering to the operational requirements outlined in the call for competition, will be well-positioned to not only secure such contracts but also expand their service offerings within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Summer Operations Week 5 - SBPS1419 - 28/08/2025 - AWARD

Notice Description

Please see attached 'invitation to a competition' document for route and contract information. Please be advised when submitting your bid transport operators are required submit a price per mile as described in the call for competition terms and conditions. Please note all clarifications MUST be submitted through the In-tend portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9ec875f3-fffb-4d3b-a23a-46e48849b0dc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b778f534-c342-4105-8ece-3feb9a4a7e8f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£142,986 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
2 Sep 2025 - 2 Dec 2030 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
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM
Contact Name
Karl Miles
Contact Email
karl.miles1@buckscc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
-

Buyer Location

Locality
AYLESBURY
Postcode
HP19 8FF
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Aylesbury North West
Westminster Constituency
Aylesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE TAXI PEOPLE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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