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SWFS1419 - 20/02/2026 - AWARD

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

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20 Apr 2026 at 10:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for taxi services has concluded with Buckinghamshire Council - e-Tendering System as the purchasing authority. This process, classified under the CPV code 60120000, pertains to the industry category of taxi services. The procurement utilised a selective procurement method known as the Restricted procedure. The tendering phase commenced on 20 February 2026 and closed on 25 February 2026, with the contract period spanning from 9 March 2026 to 22 February 2030. The award was formally announced on 27 February 2026, and published on 20 April 2026, confirming the supplier as Bucks Minibus Travel t/a Swan Rider. The procurement is centred around locations including the United Kingdom and its overseas territories.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for firms specialising in transportation services, particularly those experienced in taxi operations. Although not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger organisations with capacity for extensive service provision can compete effectively. The contract, secured through a restricted procedure, signals opportunities to expand market presence and establish long-term service agreements with local councils. Such tenders are ideal for companies capable of delivering consistent, high-volume transportation services across diverse geographical regions. Interested businesses should focus on pricing strategies, adherence to procurement conditions, and submission procedures via the specified portal to maximise their competitiveness.

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Notice Title

SWFS1419 - 20/02/2026 - 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-df2f8308-e3c9-4ccc-98cb-3c661c576fc0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86778931-1cb3-4edf-aff3-b61d0b3f8afd
Current Stage
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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
£103,339 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 22 Feb 2030 3-4 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

BUCKS MINIBUS TRAVEL T/A SWAN RIDER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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