Award

Phase 3A - SMAP1409 - 01/12/25 - AWARD

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

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Award

21 Apr 2026 at 16:10

Summary of the contracting process

The tender process involved Buckinghamshire Council through its e-Tendering System, pursuing taxi services under the title "Phase 3A - SMAP1409 - 01/12/25 - AWARD". It falls within the taxi services industry category, classified under CPV code 60120000, with delivery encompassing various locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Europe. The procurement method was selective, utilising a restricted procedure, and it recently concluded its award stage. The tender period ended on 15th December 2025, with the contract running from 23rd February 2026 to 23rd February 2030. The award was published on 21st April 2026, with Neales Taxis Limited as the supplier, signifying a contract valued at £65,916.81.

This opportunity opens considerable growth avenues for taxi service providers capable of delivering extensive international transportation solutions. Despite being unsuitable for SMEs or VCSEs, well-established businesses in the transport industry interlinking diverse geographical territories stand an excellent chance to expand their operations by leveraging this contract. It particularly benefits those with established logistical frameworks in Buckinghamshire and neighbouring regions, allowing them to compete effectively under restrictive procedures characterised by stringent compliance standards.

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Notice Title

Phase 3A - SMAP1409 - 01/12/25 - 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-dfbc9f30-3f96-45de-8544-ecddd34fb8b6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0afe2f81-5d94-4933-9fe0-345239fe96d9
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
£65,916 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 23 Feb 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
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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

NEALES TAXIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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