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Provision of online Enhanced DBS checks for taxi and private hire drivers on behalf of Buckinghamshire Council

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL

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22 May 2026 at 14:04

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Summary of the contracting process

Buckinghamshire Council has awarded a contract for the provision of online Enhanced DBS checks and barred list services tailored for taxi and private hire drivers. This contract was secured through a limited competition process and is categorised under computer support and consultancy services (CPV: 72600000). The contract involves services delivered to the UKJ13 region, specifically Aylesbury in the United Kingdom. The contractual agreement with Complete Background Screening Ltd will commence on 1st August 2026 and will conclude on 31st July 2029, with possibilities for two further extensions of 12 months each, potentially lasting five years in total. The procurement process is complete, and the contract has a gross value of £50,122.80. This award decision was finalised on 14th May 2026.

This contract offers substantial business opportunities for entities specialising in background screening and secure online services, particularly those focusing on the public-authority sector. Companies with a strong technological foundation and expertise in managing data-sensitive operations will find this contract a promising venture to expand their reach within the public sector services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), like Complete Background Screening Ltd, have shown their capability to capitalise on such opportunities, positioning themselves effectively for similar future tenders. Engaging with local councils in service-oriented contracts can help businesses establish a resilient and scalable business model anchored on continuous service provisions, potentially leading to prolonged partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of online Enhanced DBS checks for taxi and private hire drivers on behalf of Buckinghamshire Council

Notice Description

Buckinghamshire Council has awarded a third party to provide online Enhanced DBS and barred list checking service for licensed taxi and private hire licence holders. The contract will commence on 01 August 2026 and expire on 31 July 2029, with further options to extend for 2 x 12 month periods (overall 5 year total).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a1b6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048055-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72600000 - Computer support and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£41,769 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

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

COMPLETE BACKGROUND SCREENING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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