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title: "Phase 3C - SHOL1408 - 14/01/26 - AWARD"
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# Phase 3C - SHOL1408 - 14/01/26 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5fde2d2e-0bb8-45fd-9f45-2176c72fd73e

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## Summary

Buckinghamshire Council has successfully awarded a contract for taxi services under the title "Phase 3C - SHOL1408 - 14/01/26 - AWARD". This procurement, classified under CPV code 60120000, follows a selective method utilising a restricted procedure. The process reached the award stage, with the contract beginning on 13 April 2026 and concluding on 12 April 2030, encompassing various locations including the United Kingdom and the British Overseas Territories. The procurement's tendering phase ended on 29 January 2026, and the award was publicised on 12 March 2026. Karl Miles, the contact point from Buckinghamshire Council, facilitates the e-Tendering process from Aylesbury, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in transport services, particularly those specialising in taxi operations. Budget Cars Ltd, identified as the supplier, will see growth in business through this engagement valued at GBP 35,455.86. Although suitability criteria do not specifically favour SMEs or VCSEs, logistics companies with established networks across the regions covered, especially those with experience in restricted procedures, are well-placed to benefit from similar future opportunities. Businesses aiming to expand their footprint in public sector transport services should consider positioning themselves for similar tenders from local councils or other contracting authorities.

## 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/0cb75d6b-c31a-4999-af4b-ef37ae5f798f |
| 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 | 28 Apr 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 | £35,455 |
| 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

- 28 Apr 2026 at 10:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0cb75d6b-c31a-4999-af4b-ef37ae5f798f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0cb75d6b-c31a-4999-af4b-ef37ae5f798f
  28th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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