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title: "Phase 3C - SMGS3504 - 15/01/26 - AWARD"
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# Phase 3C - SMGS3504 - 15/01/26 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8cb5ceb2-5b37-4e56-91a3-da6668e972e2

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## Summary

The tender process, initiated by Buckinghamshire Council through their e-Tendering System, focuses on providing taxi services under the title "Phase 3C - SMGS3504 - 15/01/26". This procurement, classified under the CPV code 60120000, covers a wide range of locations including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World. The process followed a selective procurement method using a restricted procedure. The tender status is complete, with the contract period running from 13th April 2026 to 12th April 2030. The award was made on 11th March 2026 to Bucks Minibus Travel trading as Swan Rider, with the total contract value set at GBP 112,448.34.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly taxi operations. Enterprises capable of providing competitive pricing and extensive reach across the specified regions would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. Although the initial tender is restricted, future opportunities may arise that could invite broader participation, thus benefiting larger operators or those planning to expand their operations. The procurement reflects the ongoing demand for reliable and comprehensive transport services across extensive geographic locations, catering to public needs.

## 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/e9073840-31bc-4803-835e-b09b0784b018 |
| 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 | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 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 | £112,448 |
| 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 11:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9073840-31bc-4803-835e-b09b0784b018

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9073840-31bc-4803-835e-b09b0784b018
  14th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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