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title: "SPAR3401 - AWARD"
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# SPAR3401 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-37cff971-3eb4-4937-8d05-9c64bb769ff5

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## Summary

The procurement process for the “SPAR3401 - AWARD” contract was conducted by Buckinghamshire Council through an e-Tendering system. The process has reached the award stage, and the contract has been awarded to Bucks Minibus Travel t/a Swan Rider. This procurement pertains to the category of Taxi services, classified under CPV code 60120000. The services are expected to be delivered across various locations, including the United Kingdom, the Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, and other specified regions. The restricted procedure method was employed, indicating a selective procurement strategy. The tender period concluded on 3rd April 2025, with the contract scheduled to commence on 1st June 2025 and conclude on 1st December 2030. The total contract value is £192,651.28, and the award was published on 14th August 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for transport service providers looking to expand their operations within the specified regions, particularly those specialising in taxi and minibus services. Companies with established operations and experience in providing tailored transport solutions across different territories would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. The selective procurement method suggests that a competitive edge could be gained through demonstrating capability and previous experience in fulfilling complex transport services requirements. Though this specific tender does not prioritise SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with the capacity to deliver large-scale services are likely to find rewarding prospects within such publicly funded projects.

## Notice

Please see attached call for competition 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/bad5b838-6d2e-48e2-8551-e0e3f7b3efe7 |
| 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 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2025 - 1 Dec 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £192,651 |
| 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 | BUCKS MINIBUS TRAVEL T/A SWAN RIDER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 14 Aug 2025 at 13:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bad5b838-6d2e-48e2-8551-e0e3f7b3efe7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bad5b838-6d2e-48e2-8551-e0e3f7b3efe7
  14th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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