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Provision of Edinburgh Taxi Service

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Jan 2022 at 11:35

Award Notice
Tender

15 Jul 2021 at 14:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is led by the Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), for the Provision of Edinburgh Taxi Service. This initiative falls under the services category, specifically focusing on taxi services (CPV code 60120000) and encompasses multiple lots including Staff Transportation and Secure Collection and Delivery of Blood Products. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with the tender period having ended on 16th August 2021. The framework agreement will serve various health boards within Edinburgh and surrounding areas, aiming to create a streamlined taxi service for different needs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transportation and logistics sector, particularly those experienced in providing taxi or courier services, including those who can manage ad-hoc requirements or deliver time-sensitive materials, such as medical products. Businesses equipped to meet the comprehensive requirements set by NHS NSS, including maintaining high service standards and ensuring the appropriate licensing, would be well-positioned to compete for this framework agreement and potentially benefit from long-term contracts within the public health sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Edinburgh Taxi Service

Notice Description

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) (NSS) is seeking to put in place a single supplier multi lot Framework Agreement for the provision of a Taxi Service operating across Edinburgh and surrounding areas.

Lot Information

Staff Transportation

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) (NSS) is seeking to put in place a single supplier multi lot Framework Agreement for the provision of a Taxi Service operating across Edinburgh and surrounding areas. The framework will be available to use for the following Health Boards; - NHS National Services Scotland - NHS Education Scotland - Healthcare Improvement Scotland - Public Health Scotland - Scottish Ambulance Services - NHS 24 The Contractor shall provide a comprehensive cost and time efficient taxi service to meet the requirements of all Health Boards named above. The number of passengers will vary, up to a maximum of 5, and the service requirement will include both fixed routes and ad-hoc services as deemed necessary by the boards.

Secure Collection and Delivery of SNBTS Blood Products

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) (NSS) is seeking to put in place a single supplier multi lot Framework Agreement for the provision of a Taxi Service operating across Edinburgh and surrounding areas. The Framework Agreement will be available to use by the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS). The Contractor shall provide a comprehensive cost and time efficient taxi service to collect and deliver blood components in a safe and efficient manner to meet the requirements of SNBTS. Service requirement will include both fixed routes and ad-hoc services as deemed necessary by SNBTS.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02c866
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001693-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£355,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£355,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Oct 20214 years ago
Contract Period
21 Nov 2021 - 20 Nov 2025 4-5 years
Recurrence
June 2025

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland) ("NSS")
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9EB
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Central Taxis

Further Information

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