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title: "S771 Mainstream taxi to Kibworth Mead Academy"
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# S771 Mainstream taxi to Kibworth Mead Academy

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a302c00f-b39e-4b42-9043-70c3502af7cf

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "S771 Mainstream taxi to Kibworth Mead Academy" was managed by Leicestershire County Council, focusing on transportation services within the UK. This contract involves providing a 6-passenger taxi service from Catthorpe, Shawell, Lutterworth to Lutterworth High School. The tender is classified under the CPV code 60000000, which pertains to transport services excluding waste transport. With an open procurement method, the contract has been awarded and the service will commence on 26th August 2026, ending on 9th July 2027. The award was announced on 9th July 2026. The total contract value is £11,020, and the tendering period concluded on 29th June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in transportation services, particularly those capable of managing small-scale, community-focused commuter contracts like school transport. Companies that are adaptable and able to provide reliable, punctual services in the designated regions would find a promising avenue for growth. Additionally, SMEs and businesses catering to service contracts have the potential to benefit, given the open procedure and the suitability criteria indicated. A2B Taxis, a large-scale enterprise, successfully secured the contract, highlighting the opportunities for both established and emerging businesses in this industry sector. Leicestershire County Council's ongoing procurement efforts present a beneficial platform for businesses looking to expand their service offerings in public transportation.

## Notice

Mainstream taxi - 6 passenger seater from Catthorpe, Shawell, Lutterworth to Lutterworth High School as further specified in the documentation provided 1 year (1+1)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86d0f505-e2d7-4033-8416-13334f5d5a14 |
| 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 | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Aug 2026 - 9 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,020 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £11,020 |
| 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 | A2B TAXIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2026 at 13:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86d0f505-e2d7-4033-8416-13334f5d5a14

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/86d0f505-e2d7-4033-8416-13334f5d5a14
  9th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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