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title: "Phase 3D - SLDS1503 - 19/01/26 - AWARD"
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# Phase 3D - SLDS1503 - 19/01/26 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-788e1eb1-c52b-4e23-9760-fa3cd4e51b91

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## Summary

The contracting process titled "Phase 3D - SLDS1503 - 19/01/26 - AWARD" was conducted by Buckinghamshire Council - e-Tendering System, specifically targeting the taxi services industry under CPV code 60120000. This procurement process, characterised by a selective and restricted procedure, concluded with the award stage on 14th May 2026, with the contract commencing on 13th April 2026 and running until 12th May 2030. It encompasses services to various regions, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and British Overseas Territories. Key dates in the timeline include the tender closing on 3rd February 2026.

This tender offers growth opportunities predominantly for businesses capable of providing taxi services across the specified regions, especially those with the capacity to handle a long-term contract. Although not specifically designed for SMEs or VCSEs, larger enterprises or established companies within public transportation can capitalise on such contracts to expand their portfolio and strengthen their market presence in these geographical areas. The winning bidder, Bucks Minibus Travel t/a Swan Rider, exemplifies a firm well-suited to this procurement, with established operations possibly contributing to such a competitive selection.

## 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/129beb12-1d20-49e4-b3c0-c0244ac31809 |
| 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 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Apr 2026 - 12 May 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £93,817 |
| 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 May 2026 at 08:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/129beb12-1d20-49e4-b3c0-c0244ac31809

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/129beb12-1d20-49e4-b3c0-c0244ac31809
  14th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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