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Phase 3C - SCHE1401 - 14/01/26 - AWARD

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM

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27 Apr 2026 at 15:06

Summary of the contracting process

This completed public procurement process involves Buckinghamshire Council using a selective, restricted procedure to award a contract for taxi services, classified under CPV code 60120000. The process, which began as a competitive tender initiated by Buckinghamshire Council, culminated in awarding the contract to Gilberts of Chesham on 16th March 2026. The contract's duration spans from 13th April 2026 to 12th April 2030, catering to the United Kingdom and several international locations including the Channel Islands and British Overseas Territories. This tender offers significant business opportunities for service providers in the transportation industry.

This contract represents a substantial opportunity for taxi service companies, especially those experienced in serving diverse geographical areas. Although it is not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, larger transport operators with competitive pricing structures will find this a lucrative venture to pursue, potentially allowing them to expand their networks across key regions. With the procurement category focused on services, incorporating a selective procurement method, businesses that can navigate restricted competition terms effectively stand to benefit from this long-term partnership with the prestigious Buckinghamshire Council.

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Notice Title

Phase 3C - SCHE1401 - 14/01/26 - 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-f68f7144-41a5-4130-bd72-079c05885026
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae054318-45fc-4be3-93a9-4bf20a4fd298
Current Stage
Award
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
£29,260 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 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

GILBERTS OF CHESHAM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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