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Inspection of hackney carriage and private hire vehicles 2026-28

Folkestone and Hythe District Council

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09 Jul 2026 at 09:50

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The District Council of Folkestone and Hythe has completed a procurement process for the service of inspecting Hackney Carriages and Private Hire vehicles, spanning from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2028, with an optional extension of 12 months. This procurement was finalised on 6th July 2026 under a limited competition method due to its below-threshold status. The primary industry category for this contract is vehicle maintenance services, and the services are expected to be performed in Folkestone, UK (region UKJ44). Initially, an estimated total of 200 vehicle inspections per year will be required. The process is now at the award stage, having been successfully awarded to multiple suppliers.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs skilled in vehicle maintenance and repair services. Companies like Cheriton Motor House, FAIRWAYS GARAGES LTD, and JARRETTS MOTORS LIMITED, which have been awarded the contract, exemplify the types of businesses suited to benefit from this agreement. They will conduct regular inspections ensuring compliance with local licensing policies, which is crucial for maintaining road safety and regulatory standards. Businesses with capabilities in compliance testing, quality control, and customer service in the automotive sector can find growth prospects through similar tenders in this market. The opportunity to extend the service contract provides additional business continuity and potential for further collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Inspection of hackney carriage and private hire vehicles 2026-28

Notice Description

inspection of Hackney Carriages and Private Hire vehicles for an initial period from 01 July 2026 to 30 June 2028 with an option to extend the agreement for a further 12 months. All Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Vehicles have to be inspected twice each year, subject to FHDC's Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy 2020. The appointed garage will inspect hackney carriage and private hire vehicles to ensure they comply. The Council must be notified of the details of any vehicle which has failed to pass inspection immediately following testing or as soon as reasonably practicable. Estimated contract values are based on each contractor carrying out 200 vehicle tests per year, but actual volumes may vary based on number of vehicles licensed and because vehicle operators (i.e. taxi companies) select and book their own appointments with the contractors. NB: contracts signed 6 July 2026, with start date effective 1 July 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c706
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064498-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50112000 - Repair and maintenance services of cars

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 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
Folkestone and Hythe District Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FOLKESTONE
Postcode
CT20 2QY
Postcode Area
Canterbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Folkestone and Hythe
Electoral Ward
Folkestone Central
Westminster Constituency
Folkestone and Hythe

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

Cheriton Motor House

FAIRWAYS GARAGES LTD

JARRETTS MOTORS LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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