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title: "S80 4 Seater Taxi to Wigston Academy"
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buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-08-13"
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# S80 4 Seater Taxi to Wigston Academy

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b4a1776-a70c-4934-bf92-6d8da323deac

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## Summary

Leicestershire County Council has completed the procurement process for a taxi service, titled "S80 4 Seater Taxi to Wigston Academy," under the transport services category. The contract involves providing a mainstream 4-seater taxi service from Leicester Forest East and Blaby to Wigston Academy in England. This procurement used an open procedure with a contract value of £10,925. The award was made to Smart Plus Taxis Ltd on 13th August 2025, following the closure of the tender period on 11th August 2025. The contract will commence on 26th August 2025 and continue until 9th July 2026, offering services within the region of England.

This tender offers an excellent opportunity for businesses in the transport services industry to expand their operations, particularly those specialising in passenger transport services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as this contract is deemed suitable for them. Although the current contract is awarded to a large enterprise, it highlights potential future opportunities in similar tenders that can cater to diverse business scales and expertise in efficient passenger transport solutions. Engaging in contracts like this can help businesses establish a strong foothold in local transportation services, fostering growth and networking within the public sector.

## Notice

S80 Mainstream 4 seater taxi from Leicester Forest East and Blaby to Wigston Academy

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ed4dac4-5ac4-455a-8e5a-b91664790b15 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 25 Aug 2025 - 9 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,925 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £10,925 |
| 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 | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE3 8RA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Glenfield Faire |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SMART PLUS TAXIS LTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2025 at 08:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ed4dac4-5ac4-455a-8e5a-b91664790b15

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ed4dac4-5ac4-455a-8e5a-b91664790b15
  13th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/index.html

## Provenance

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