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title: "Provision of Taxi Services"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
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# Provision of Taxi Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-51f54055-b988-4ce6-ab91-8fd48bc7f6e1

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## Summary

The University of Exeter has completed the tender process for the provision of taxi services. This procurement, classified under CPV code 60120000, sought suppliers for two specific lots: short distance taxi hire and long distance taxi hire. The tender was conducted using an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 15 March 2024 and the contract commencing on 16 March 2024. The scope of this contract covers the South West region of the United Kingdom. Despite the extensive search, the status indicates that no awarded supplier has been selected to date. Key contact for this process is Jodie Underhay, reachable via email at j.underhay@exeter.ac.uk.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the transportation sector, particularly for SMEs, to secure a long-term partnership with a prestigious academic institution. Firms specialising in reliable, efficient taxi services for both short and long distances could benefit from a stable demand across multiple university campuses, enhancing their local visibility and operational growth. The open procurement method ensures a transparent and competitive environment, enabling businesses capable of meeting the University's stringent service requirements to potentially expand their market presence.

## Notice

At present, the University procures taxis on an ad-hoc basis. To ensure compliance, consistency, and efficiency of contract management, we are going out to tender to appoint a supplier(s) to be utilised by end users across the University campuses. The University of Exeter is looking to appoint a supplier(s) to cover the following lots: Lot 1: Taxi Hire - Short Distance Lot 2: Taxi Hire - Long Distance We will appoint a single supplier for each Lot. Bidders may apply for both Lots and we may award both Lots to the same supplier.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f324c29-c40b-4a04-908c-8caf2a2b3ed8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 May 2024 |
| Contract period | 2 May 2024 - 4 May 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NOT AWARDED |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2024 at 17:07 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f324c29-c40b-4a04-908c-8caf2a2b3ed8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f324c29-c40b-4a04-908c-8caf2a2b3ed8
  13th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=78373&B=EXETER
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

## Provenance

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