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Summary of the contracting process

Bedford Borough Council has recently concluded the procurement process for the "Mainstream Transport - QS1" contract, which focuses on providing taxi services for transportation from Wymington to Sharnbrook Academy. The tender, classified under CPV code 60120000 for taxi services, was managed through a procurement method defined as "Other" and has reached the award stage, with a completion status granted on 30th July 2026. The contract, with a duration running from 3rd September 2026 to 30th July 2027, involves delivery addresses that include the United Kingdom and several international locations. Although the procurement process was not specifically tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, it presents an opportunity within the services category.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in transportation services, such as taxi or passenger services. It suggests various avenues for expanding service offerings within the educational sector and geographical locations mentioned, like the UK and other regions. Businesses with a capacity to provide reliable transportation services over a prolonged contract period would find this tender suitable. Moreover, the successful supplier, Shires Passenger Transport Ltd, exemplifies the potential for growth and establishment within the public sector transport industry. Engaging in contracts such as this can position a business as a valuable partner in public sector transportation requirements.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Mainstream Transport - QS1 - closes 10:00 AM Thursday 30th July 2026 - AWARD

Notice Description

Transportation from Wymington - Souldrop to Sharnbrook Academy

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fb0ea891-e237-41e7-a277-031e9fa405d1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57ef0eba-8a14-4f79-9996-219af58d8a17
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
30 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Sep 2026 - 30 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

SHIRES PASSENGER TRANSPORT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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