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title: "SEN18693"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-394a37bc-6616-4117-8b44-697c48a09abd"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-24"
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# SEN18693

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-394a37bc-6616-4117-8b44-697c48a09abd

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## Summary

The procurement process led by Leicestershire County Council sought transport services under the title "SEN18693". Categorised within the transport services sector and situated in England, United Kingdom, this procurement has completed its tender stage. The process employed an open procedure method, facilitating broad competition. Following the tender period which ended on 16 July 2026, the contract was awarded on 24 July 2026 to Cityrides Leicester Ltd for a value of £11,210. The contract spans from 24 August 2026 to 31 July 2027. Leicestershire County Council, located at County Hall, Leicester Road, Glenfield, Leicester, serves as the buying organisation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs and those involved in vehicle services, as it focuses on providing specialised transport services within an educational context. The open procedure ensures that any qualified service provider could participate, fostering competition. Companies that specialise in student transport logistics or have experience in managing school transportation needs are particularly well-suited for such opportunities. Expanding participation in tenders like these can help businesses enhance their service portfolio and gain government contracting experience, vital for sustainable business growth within the public sector.

## Notice

SEN taxi

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd38d7dc-a124-489a-995c-0e31d176dce7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,210 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £11,210 |
| 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 | CITYRIDES LEICESTER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 24 Jul 2026 at 14:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd38d7dc-a124-489a-995c-0e31d176dce7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bd38d7dc-a124-489a-995c-0e31d176dce7
  24th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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