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Taxi Service Framework

QE Facilities

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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19 Aug 2024 at 16:37

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12 Apr 2024 at 11:53

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

QE Facilities has successfully awarded a contract titled "Taxi Service Framework" in the Services category, with a focus on providing taxi services encompassing transportation of staff, patients, and various medical items across the North East of England. The contract, carrying a value of £416,000, was signed on 19 August 2024, following an open procurement procedure. Central Taxis Gateshead Ltd has been selected as the primary service provider. The procurement process has been completed and the framework agreement is now active, ensuring 24/7 availability, including weekends and holidays, for a duration of 720 days with options for a 2 x 12-month extension.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the transportation sector, particularly those capable of managing diverse logistical requirements around the clock. It is ideally suited for companies that can provide reliable and secure transport services for sensitive and clinical materials such as medical equipment and confidential mail, as well as staff transportation. Given the framework's comprehensive service needs, SMEs with expertise in niche medical transport logistics are especially well-positioned to benefit. Additionally, the establishment of a long-term agreement with optional renewal periods provides enduring business growth prospects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Taxi Service Framework

Notice Description

QE Facilities (the Authority) have a requirement to procure the services of suppliers to provide taxi services, to and from various locations throughout the North East of England through the establishment of a Framework Agreement. The journeys will mainly involve the transportation of staff, however the successful contractors may also be required to transport patients, specimens, blood, drugs, medical equipment, clinical records or confidential mail and cash, on the instruction of an authorised officer. Please note - this list is only indicative of the types of items which need transportation and may be subject to variation or change. The service is required to be available at any time of the day or night, including weekends, bank holidays and public holidays 24/7.

Lot Information

Lot 1

QE Facilities (the Authority) have a requirement to procure the services of suppliers to provide taxi services, to and from various locations throughout the North East of England through the establishment of a Framework Agreement. The journeys will mainly involve the transportation of staff, however the successful contractors may also be required to transport patients, specimens, blood, drugs, medical equipment, clinical records or confidential mail and cash, on the instruction of an authorised officer. Please note - this list is only indicative of the types of items which need transportation and may be subject to variation or change. The service is required to be available at any time of the day or night, including weekends, bank holidays and public holidays 24/7.

Options: 2 x 12 month optional extension

Renewal: The framework will be able to be renewed for a further 2 x 12 months (total of 48 months)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0451c9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026354-2024
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

CPV Codes

60120000 - Taxi services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£528,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£416,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Aug 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Aug 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QE Facilities
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE9 6SX
Postcode Area
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear
Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
High Fell
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CENTRAL TAXIS GATESHEAD LTD

Further Information

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