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Mainstream Transport - GS2 - closes 15:00 21st March 2025 - AWARD

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by Bedford Borough Council, is for the provision of mainstream transport services under the title "Mainstream Transport - GS2 - closes 15:00 21st March 2025 - AWARD". This contract, classified under the industry category of taxi services (CPV code 60120000), involves transportation from Great Barford to Sandy Secondary. The procurement has been completed, with awards announced on 21st March 2025. The contract is set to commence on 24th March 2025 and conclude on 31st July 2026. The procurement method used was classified as "Other," and it targets services within the United Kingdom as well as internationally, encompassing regions such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in transportation services to enhance their market presence and operational scope. The awarded supplier, Jameela Travel, illustrates the type of businesses that are well-suited for such contracts. Despite the lack of a focus on SMEs and VCSEs, larger transportation companies with a robust infrastructure are prime candidates to effectively compete for similar tenders. Engaging in such contracts can lead to sustainable growth, secure long-term revenue streams, and establish vital partnerships with public sector organisations like Bedford Borough Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mainstream Transport - GS2 - closes 15:00 21st March 2025 - AWARD

Notice Description

Transportation from Great Barford to Sandy Secondary

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e5f40550-9e3a-45ea-959b-1fcd811bee4b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/325317c1-b0f0-47c6-a90e-0b88adc0bbb7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
24 Mar 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Trisha Kotze
Contact Email
trisha.kotze@bedford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01234 276142

Buyer Location

Locality
ENGLAND
Postcode
MK42 9AP
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Cauldwell
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JAMEELA TRAVEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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