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title: "Phase 3C - SMHS1502 - 15/01/26 - AWARD"
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# Phase 3C - SMHS1502 - 15/01/26 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-00b28739-ea04-49a0-a134-9539d5fb0d97

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## Summary

The public procurement process was handled by Buckinghamshire Council - e-Tendering System for a contract titled "Phase 3C - SMHS1502 - 15/01/26 - AWARD", which falls under the Taxi Services category (CPV code: 60120000). The procurement followed a selective method, specifically a restricted procedure, and the award stage has been completed. The procurement process started with submissions due by 29th January 2026, followed by the awarding of the contract on 23rd March 2026. The contract period commenced on 13th April 2026 and will run until 12th April 2030. Key service areas include the United Kingdom and broader regions such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and beyond. 

This contract offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in transport, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive taxi services across several territories. While the process employed a selective procurement method, it suggests a competitive environment suitable for well-established transport operators with a robust service delivery capacity. Businesses capable of delivering cost-efficient services on a price-per-mile basis are likely to find such opportunities conducive to growth in both reputation and market presence. Gari Transport Ltd, identified as the successful bidder, exemplifies the type of business apt for this contract.

## Notice

Please see attached 'invitation to a competition' document for route and contract information. Please be advised when submitting your bid transport operators are required submit a price per mile as described in the call for competition terms and conditions. Please note all clarifications MUST be submitted through the In-tend portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/220eef27-2c1d-4e60-9d91-feb036df5a6e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £118,361 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM |
| Locality | AYLESBURY |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP19 8FF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Aylesbury North West |
| Westminster constituency | Aylesbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GARI TRANSPORT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 14 May 2026 at 11:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/220eef27-2c1d-4e60-9d91-feb036df5a6e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/220eef27-2c1d-4e60-9d91-feb036df5a6e
  14th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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