Ceredigion - Learner Transport - Taxis 2026/Dyfarniad Cludiant Dysgwyr Ceredigion - Tacsis 2026

CYNGOR SIR CEREDIGION COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

AwardUpdate

20 Jul 2026 at 11:17

Award

17 Jul 2026 at 13:29

Tender

03 Jun 2026 at 11:00

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for Learner Transport Taxis Routes by Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council involves a completed tender for transport services in the UKL14 region of the United Kingdom, particularly in Ceredigion. The procurement, which follows an open procedure, was initiated with a tender and has progressed to the award stage as of 20 July 2026. Contracts are set to commence on 1 August 2026, spanning two years with the possibility of two one-year extensions, potentially reaching until 31 July 2030. The estimated contract value is between £1,478,000 and £2,955,000 for the full term, dependent on competitive bidding and market conditions. The award notice details a contract worth £2,252,330.40 gross, equating to £1,876,942.00 excluding VAT, with multiple suppliers selected, including Teifi Taxis and Home James Ltd, among others.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for transport service providers, particularly those specialising in school transport solutions. It requires adequate capacity to accommodate fluctuating pupil numbers, alongside compliance with environmental and safety standards. SMEs, as well as larger enterprises with expertise in the transport sector, can benefit from this contract by demonstrating competitive pricing and robust service delivery capabilities. The buyer's decision not to engage in pre-market consultation underscores the maturity and knowledge of the transport services market, suggesting that experienced operators familiar with Ceredigion's transport sector will be well-suited for this project. This contract can drive business expansion for suppliers able to assure continuity and adaptability in their service offerings throughout the contract duration.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Ceredigion - Learner Transport - Taxis 2026/Dyfarniad Cludiant Dysgwyr Ceredigion - Tacsis 2026

Notice Description

Ceredigion County Council is awarding contracts for the Learner Transport Taxis Routes. Contracts will commence on 1 August 2026.Contracts will be for 2 years with a possible extension of up to 1 year plus 1 year until July 2030. Mae Cyngor Sir Ceredigion yn dyfarnu contractau ar gyfer llwybrau tacsi Cludiant Dysgwyr. Bydd y contractau yn dechrau ar 1 Awst 2026. Bydd y contractau am gyfnod o 2 flynedd, gyda'r posibilrwydd o'u hymestyn am hyd at 1 flwyddyn ynghyd ag 1 flwyddyn ychwanegol, tan fis Gorffennaf 2030.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contracts will be for 2 years with a possible extension of up to 1 year plus 1 year until July 2030.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ac45
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068181-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
£1
Awards Value
£1,876,942 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CYNGOR SIR CEREDIGION COUNTY 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
ABERYSTWYTH
Postcode
SY23 3UE
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
TLL14 South West Wales

Local Authority
Ceredigion
Electoral Ward
Llanbadarn Fawr
Westminster Constituency
Ceredigion Preseli

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

ABER CARS

FASTLINE CABS

HOME JAMES

TAR CARS

TEIFI TAXIS

Further Information

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