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title: "S548 - Mainstream taxi to Countesthorpe Academy"
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buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-10"
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# S548 - Mainstream taxi to Countesthorpe Academy

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1cff8fc7-dcdc-4b90-b73e-461575df32e1

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## Summary

Leicestershire County Council has completed the procurement process for a service contract titled "S548 - Mainstream taxi to Countesthorpe Academy". This contract falls under the industry category of transport services, excluding waste transport, and is set within England, United Kingdom. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the tender process culminating on 30th June 2026 and the contract running from 25th August 2026 to 9th July 2027. The total value of the contract is £14,000. The award stage was achieved on 10th July 2026, and the contract was awarded to Adeson Cabs. The buying organisation, Leicestershire County Council, is located in Leicester, England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly those specialising in student transportation services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) could find this contract especially suitable given its scale and requirements. The commitment to a one-year period with an additional year option offers a stable income stream and the chance to establish a working relationship with a local government body. This opportunity could be particularly appealing for businesses looking to expand their footprint in local authority contracts or seeking to establish a reliable source of recurring revenue within the transportation category.

## Notice

Mainstream taxi - 4 passengers from Glenfield, Leicester Forest East, Braunstone to Countesthorpe Academy as further specified in the documentation provided 1 year (1+1)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5cc18f3-fb59-4444-941d-9e91247cc155 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 24 Aug 2026 - 9 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £14,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £73 |
| 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 | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE3 8RA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Glenfield Faire |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ADESON CABS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 10 Jul 2026 at 08:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5cc18f3-fb59-4444-941d-9e91247cc155

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5cc18f3-fb59-4444-941d-9e91247cc155
  10th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/index.html

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