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Award

14 Jul 2026 at 15:47

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by Buckinghamshire Council, operating through their e-Tendering System, focused on the provision of taxi services, classified under CPV code 60120000. This award stage, dated 14 July 2026, follows a selective procurement method described as a restricted procedure. The tender targeted locations including the United Kingdom and various international regions, with the contract period commencing on 13 July 2026 and concluding on 1 December 2030. Key details of the contract, including the award value of £73,451.47, highlight its completion status and the active involvement of R And S Travel Ltd as the designated supplier. The procurement process adhered to a strict timeline, concluding the tender period on 6 July 2026.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for businesses specialising in transport and logistics, particularly those with the capacity to deliver comprehensive taxi services on a large scale. The four-year contract period implies sustained business with Buckinghamshire Council, offering potential growth and stable revenue streams. Given the selective nature of the procurement method, businesses with proven industry experience and the ability to meet specific pricing and service criteria are well-suited for such opportunities. Though this particular tender does not cater to SMEs or VCSEs, it sets a precedent for experienced larger companies to engage in similarly structured future contracts.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

SAST3401 - 26/06/2026 - 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-d938c1b1-bbf7-4e40-8ecd-43fede9e9168
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6698ab65-6599-401a-9d27-87fdf62fdfde
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
£73,451 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 1 Dec 2030 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

R AND S TRAVEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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