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title: "Phase 3A - SMTS2402 - 01/12/25 - AWARD"
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# Phase 3A - SMTS2402 - 01/12/25 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bc03ba7f-b875-4e59-bf7e-90cce6132f07

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Phase 3A - SMTS2402 - 01/12/25 - AWARD" has been completed by Buckinghamshire Council via their e-Tendering System. This contract falls under the taxi services industry category with CPV classification 60120000 and utilises a selective procurement method via a restricted procedure. The award stage was reached with an active contract set to begin on 23rd February 2026 and extend until 23rd February 2030. The competition was designed for transport operators, requiring submissions on pricing per mile through the In-tend portal by the tender deadline of 15th December 2025. This contract encompasses a wide range of delivery locations, including the United Kingdom and several overseas territories.

Bucks Minibus Travel t/a Swan Rider emerged as the successful supplier for this opportunity, providing taxi services valued at £91,691.46 GBP. This contract presents significant growth potential for businesses specialising in transportation services, particularly those able to cater to diverse delivery locations. While not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with operational capabilities in the outlined geographic areas and sectors would greatly benefit from pursuing similar opportunities. Buckinghamshire Council, renowned for expansive public tendering, remains an attractive contracting entity for larger transportation and logistics firms looking to expand their service offering in multiple regions.

## 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/ec65fffd-72da-491a-953b-1d10c0649df4 |
| 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 | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Feb 2026 - 23 Feb 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £91,691 |
| 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

- 21 Apr 2026 at 15:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec65fffd-72da-491a-953b-1d10c0649df4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec65fffd-72da-491a-953b-1d10c0649df4
  21st April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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