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title: "Phase 3C - SJHS1401 - 14/01/26 - AWARD"
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# Phase 3C - SJHS1401 - 14/01/26 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-40d65015-a51f-47c3-8b99-db3ab43c2bee

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## Summary

The public procurement process has reached the award stage for the contract titled "Phase 3C - SJHS1401 - 14/01/26 - AWARD" coordinated by Buckinghamshire Council - e-Tendering System. This procurement, classified under the taxi services category (CPV code 60120000), follows a selective process specifically using a restricted procedure. The contract awarded to Budget Cars Ltd will cover taxi services needed across various locations, including the United Kingdom, British Oversea Territories, and beyond, starting from 13th April 2026 to 12th April 2030. Valued at £60,609.48, this award signifies a crucial financial commitment and operational effort over an extended period, with the procurement activity having been finalised on the 12th of March 2026.

This contract offers significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the provision of taxi services, especially those that can efficiently cater to widespread geographical demands. Although the current award goes to Budget Cars Ltd, companies with capabilities in large-scale transport logistics or fleet management might find similar future tenders beneficial for growth due to their scope and span. While the procurement was not specifically targeted at SMEs or VCSEs, large or mid-sized transport providers with robust operational frameworks are particularly well-suited to bid for such contracts, potentially positioning themselves for strategic business expansion over multiple regions.

## 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/ef002a96-edfa-461c-a31e-7b1947bf81f2 |
| 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 | 5 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 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 | £60,609 |
| 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 | BUDGET CARS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 5 May 2026 at 13:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef002a96-edfa-461c-a31e-7b1947bf81f2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef002a96-edfa-461c-a31e-7b1947bf81f2
  5th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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