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S771 Mainstream taxi to Kibworth Mead Academy

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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09 Jul 2026 at 13:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "S771 Mainstream taxi to Kibworth Mead Academy" was managed by Leicestershire County Council, focusing on transportation services within the UK. This contract involves providing a 6-passenger taxi service from Catthorpe, Shawell, Lutterworth to Lutterworth High School. The tender is classified under the CPV code 60000000, which pertains to transport services excluding waste transport. With an open procurement method, the contract has been awarded and the service will commence on 26th August 2026, ending on 9th July 2027. The award was announced on 9th July 2026. The total contract value is £11,020, and the tendering period concluded on 29th June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in transportation services, particularly those capable of managing small-scale, community-focused commuter contracts like school transport. Companies that are adaptable and able to provide reliable, punctual services in the designated regions would find a promising avenue for growth. Additionally, SMEs and businesses catering to service contracts have the potential to benefit, given the open procedure and the suitability criteria indicated. A2B Taxis, a large-scale enterprise, successfully secured the contract, highlighting the opportunities for both established and emerging businesses in this industry sector. Leicestershire County Council's ongoing procurement efforts present a beneficial platform for businesses looking to expand their service offerings in public transportation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

S771 Mainstream taxi to Kibworth Mead Academy

Notice Description

Mainstream taxi - 6 passenger seater from Catthorpe, Shawell, Lutterworth to Lutterworth High School as further specified in the documentation provided 1 year (1+1)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a302c00f-b39e-4b42-9043-70c3502af7cf
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86d0f505-e2d7-4033-8416-13334f5d5a14
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
£11,020 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£11,020 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Aug 2026 - 9 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

A2B TAXIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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