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title: "SARB1506 - 11/11/25 - AWARD"
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# SARB1506 - 11/11/25 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8a4ebfcb-bec4-4aeb-b5b1-3f98aeafdac3

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## Summary

This public procurement process, managed by Buckinghamshire Council through its e-Tendering System, pertains to the award stage for a contract titled "SARB1506 - 11/11/25 - AWARD" in the taxi services industry (CPV code: 60120000). The contract is specifically for providing transport services across various regions including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories, starting from 20th November 2025 and ending on 13th April 2030. The procurement method employed was a restricted procedure, indicating a selective approach to bidder selection, and the entire tender was classified under the services category. The award was officially published on 10th December 2025, with the contract valued at £93,417.11, awarded to Bucks Minibus Travel, trading as Swan Rider.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly those specializing in minibus and taxi operations, to engage with long-term government contracts. With a contract period of over four years, businesses have the potential for consistent revenue streams and opportunities for expansion into new markets, including various UK regions and territories. Although focused on larger operators due to suitability criteria not accommodating SMEs, businesses that can demonstrate high-quality service and competitive pricing stand a favourable chance of success in similar future tenders within this sector. The granted contract enables Bucks Minibus Travel t/a Swan Rider to enhance their service delivery, potentially positioning them as a key player within the region's transport service providers.

## 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/1353f500-d733-47e7-ba2f-db4420c0b35e |
| 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 | 10 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Nov 2025 - 13 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £93,417 |
| 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

- 10 Dec 2025 at 10:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1353f500-d733-47e7-ba2f-db4420c0b35e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1353f500-d733-47e7-ba2f-db4420c0b35e
  10th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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