Tender

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Taxi Services

UHI MORAY

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Tender

10 Jun 2026 at 11:19

Summary of the contracting process

UHI Moray is actively engaging in a procurement process for the provision of taxi services, with a focus on establishing a comprehensive framework agreement. The tender is categorised under the services industry, specifically targeting taxi services (CPV Code: 60120000). The scope of this tender spans multiple locations in Scotland, including Elgin, Lossiemouth, Forres, Nairn, and Huntly, among others. The procurement is presently in the tender stage, with electronic submissions being accepted until 10:00 BST on 13th July 2026. This open procedure aims to secure reliable transport solutions and is anticipated to run for a duration of up to four years, subject to potential extensions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the transport sector, especially those offering taxi services. Companies capable of meeting standards in health and safety, sustainability, and driver requirements will find this an appealing opportunity. With the possibility of participating in multiple lots, businesses can target various geographical areas, potentially increasing their market reach and client base. Such an engagement can drive business growth by enhancing their reputation and establishing a long-term partnership with UHI Moray, a body governed by public law within the education sector.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Taxi Services

Notice Description

UHI Moray have a requirement for the Provision of Taxi Services. Tenderers can tender for one and/or multiple Lots.

Lot Information

Elgin and Lossiemouth (and surrounding areas)

This Lot of the Framework Agreement relates to travel between UHI Moray and places such as Elgin and Lossiemouth (and surrounding areas).

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

Forres, Nairn, Hopeman and Burghead (and surrounding areas)

This Lot of the Framework Agreement relates to travel between UHI Moray and places such as Forres, Nairn, Hopeman and Burghead (and surrounding areas).

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

Aberlour and Keith (and surrounding areas)

This Lot of the Framework Agreement relates to travel between UHI Moray and places such as Aberlour and Keith (and surrounding areas).

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

Cullen, Buckie, Fochabers, Garmouth and Lhanbryde (and surrounding areas)

This Lot of the Framework Agreement relates to travel between UHI Moray and places such as Cullen, Buckie, Fochabers, Garmouth and Lhanbryde (and surrounding areas).

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

Huntly (and surrounding areas)

This Lot of the Framework Agreement relates to travel between UHI Moray and places such as Huntly (and surrounding areas).

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for two (2) x twelve (12) month periods, subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirement of the Authority.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b1b6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054696-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
The maximum Framework duration (inclusive of extension periods) is four (4) years. Thereafter, a new Framework shall be required.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UHI MORAY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ELGIN
Postcode
IV30 1JJ
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey

Local Authority
Moray
Electoral Ward
Elgin City South
Westminster Constituency
Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey

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