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Taxi Service - GU CARS LTD

SURREY AND BORDERS PARTNERSHIP NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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13 May 2026 at 13:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust has completed a procurement process for a taxi service provided by GU Cars Ltd. This process was conducted under a direct procurement method below the threshold, without competition. The contract is intended to provide transportation for the Trust's operational and clinical teams, especially aiding vulnerable older adults by ensuring service reliability and safety. The contract commenced on 8 May 2026 and will conclude on 30 September 2026, with an awarded value of £80,000. The procurement pertains to the service industry and was categorised under taxi services. The main point of contact for the buying organisation is Tope Falola, based at the Trust's headquarters in Leatherhead, UK.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for large enterprises that specialise in transportation services, particularly those focusing on providing tailored services for vulnerable groups and maintaining high reliability standards. Companies with experience in collaborating with public authorities and a commitment to minimising service disruption are well-suited to compete in similar future procurement opportunities. Such contracts enable businesses to establish a presence within the public sector by showcasing their capacity to meet complex transport service needs.

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Notice Title

Taxi Service - GU CARS LTD

Notice Description

The Trusts is using a Taxi Service for various purposes within the Operational and Clinical Teams. The company is a Trust-approved supplier for our users, who has experience supporting our vulnerable older adults, and provides a safe, reliable service that meets our operational needs. Their familiarity with our participants and processes ensures continuity and minimises disruption, making them the most appropriate provider at this time.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0697dc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043992-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
7 May 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SURREY AND BORDERS PARTNERSHIP NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEATHERHEAD
Postcode
KT22 7AD
Post Town
Kingston upon Thames
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ26 East Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Mole Valley
Electoral Ward
Leatherhead North
Westminster Constituency
Epsom and Ewell

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GU CARS

Further Information

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