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17 Jul 2026 at 10:53

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Phase 5C - XSLG1701 - 01/04/2026 - AWARD" has been completed by Buckinghamshire Council - e-Tendering System. It falls under the services industry category, specifically providing taxi services, with a focus on a broad range of locations including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and beyond. The procurement adhered to a restricted procedure method, implying a selective approach in awarding the contract. Key dates in the process include the contract award date of 30th April 2026, with the service delivery contract running from 1st June 2026 to 30th May 2031.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth, especially for businesses specialising in transport and logistics services, given the nature of the services required. The substantial contract value of £9,409.50 suggests a steady income stream over the five-year contract duration. Companies like GK Travel Ltd, which secured the award, exemplify the type of organisation well-suited to this opportunity, likely possessing capabilities in managing comprehensive taxi services across extensive regions. While it may not be specifically designed for SMEs or VCSEs, larger transport operators are in a prime position to benefit from such contracts.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Phase 5C - XSLG1701 - 01/04/2026 - 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-c9172916-6765-4b90-8dbc-b4b13499c114
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52de2ced-40d8-4ba3-adbd-a8db018aa77a
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

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,409 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 30 May 2031 4-5 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

GK TRAVEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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