--- title: "Provision of Ad Hoc Taxi Services 2" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9e23134b-c2ba-471d-846e-e678b63cd023" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9e23134b-c2ba-471d-846e-e678b63cd023" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9e23134b-c2ba-471d-846e-e678b63cd023.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9e23134b-c2ba-471d-846e-e678b63cd023.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2024-08-02" --- # Provision of Ad Hoc Taxi Services 2 Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9e23134b-c2ba-471d-846e-e678b63cd023 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9e23134b-c2ba-471d-846e-e678b63cd023) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9e23134b-c2ba-471d-846e-e678b63cd023.json) ## Summary Bedford Borough Council is seeking to contract with taxi companies for the provision of ad hoc taxi services. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically the hire of passenger cars with a driver. The contract is open to providers within Bedford Borough and its environs. The procurement is currently at the tender amendment stage, with the tender period ending on 15th August 2024 and the contract period running from 2nd September 2024 to 22nd November 2024. The total contract value is set at £150,000. The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure, which is below the threshold. Key stakeholders should ensure compliance with the Bedford Borough Council Driver and Passenger Assistant Code of Practice. This tender provides a significant business growth opportunity for SMEs experienced in passenger transport services, particularly those already operating within the Bedford Borough area. Taxi companies capable of responding to short-notice service requirements, especially for young people and families, will find this tender particularly suited. As the need for these services is unpredictable and may require rapid deployment, businesses with flexible and responsive operational models will be well-positioned to compete successfully. The ability to comply with local regulations and have certified personnel will also be crucial for potential bidders. ## Notice Bedford Borough Council (The Council) is often required to obtain transport at very short notice, including for young people and families due to unforeseen changes in circumstance. The Council wishes to contract with taxi companies able to accept work when timelines preclude commissioning via our Passenger Transport Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS). These journeys will be instructed directly by officers, including in social work teams for a short period of time only. If the requirement is or becomes a long term one, the provision will be advertised on the Council Passenger Transport DPS. There is no guarantee of any or a substantial number of journeys within this contract. Providers must be able to offer a service within the boundaries of Bedford Borough and environs and must provide a service which is fully compliant with the Bedford Borough Council Driver and Passenger Assistant Code of Practice. Taxi companies and drivers must be registered with Bedford Borough Council, and Passenger Assistants must be in possession of a valid badge from Bedford Borough Council. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd71d54f-650b-4f4c-850b-d4c617fd8510 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Aug 2024 | | Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Sep 2024 - 22 Nov 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £150,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | ENGLAND | | Post town | Milton Keynes | | Postcode | MK42 9AP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford | | Local authority | Bedford | | Electoral ward | Cauldwell | | Westminster constituency | Bedford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60171000 - Hire of passenger cars with driver ## Release History - 2 Aug 2024 at 14:57 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd71d54f-650b-4f4c-850b-d4c617fd8510 - 2 Aug 2024 at 14:55 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd71d54f-650b-4f4c-850b-d4c617fd8510 - 25 Jul 2024 at 15:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd71d54f-650b-4f4c-850b-d4c617fd8510 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fd71d54f-650b-4f4c-850b-d4c617fd8510 2nd August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9e23134b-c2ba-471d-846e-e678b63cd023. 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