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NSFUR2405 - AWARD

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

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17 Jun 2025 at 07:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "NSFUR2405 - AWARD" was conducted by Buckinghamshire Council through its e-Tendering System. This process falls under the services category, specifically related to minibuses, classified under CPV code 34114400. The procurement method used was a selective process, specifically a restricted procedure. The contracting process was completed and the award was active as of 1st June 2025, with publication of the details occurring on the 17th June 2025. The procurement covered various locations including the United Kingdom, Europe, Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, Isle of Man, and globally. The tender period concluded on 3rd April 2025, and the contract spanned from 1st to 17th June 2025.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in transportation services, particularly those with experience in providing minibus services. Although the tender was not specifically suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, companies with the capability to meet the outlined requirements and pricing structure, as described in the call for competition terms, would be well-positioned to compete. With an awarded contract value of £204,327.12, it represents a significant engagement for the awarded supplier, Express Travel, indicating potential for additional future contracts with the Buckinghamshire Council or similar entities. Businesses with established logistics operations across varied geographic regions covered in this tender could also find similar contracts advantageous for expansion.

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Notice Title

NSFUR2405 - AWARD

Notice Description

Please see attached call for competition 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-b2baa43f-cbd0-4cfa-a7fb-bf45981a3bf3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6b2078e-9da4-4531-8923-61083d60c854
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34114400 - Minibuses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£204,327 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20258 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 17 Jun 2025 30 days
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

EXPRESS TRAVEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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