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title: "Phase 3B - SSTD2408 - 11/12/25 - AWARD"
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# Phase 3B - SSTD2408 - 11/12/25 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c570be77-ea2f-4754-ba96-bb8d978920ac

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## Summary

Buckinghamshire Council, operating through their e-Tendering System, recently awarded a contract titled "Phase 3B - SSTD2408 - 11/12/25" for taxi services, under the CPV classification code 60120000. The award process followed a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure, and is now in the award stage. The contract, valued at GBP 139,457.48, was awarded to Bucks Minibus Travel, trading as Swan Rider. This service will be provided across various locations including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories. The contract is scheduled to commence on 23 February 2026 and will run until 23 February 2030. Key dates included the tender period that ended on 23 December 2025 and the award published on 21 April 2026.

This awarded contract provides significant growth opportunities for taxi and transport service businesses looking to operate within the regions specified. The procurement process was restricted, suggesting a focus on qualified suppliers who can meet specific service requirements, like competitive pricing on a per-mile basis. While this opportunity might not be suited for SMEs or organisations from the VCSE sectors, it presents a lucrative chance for established transport operators to expand their market presence. Given the expansive geographic coverage of the contract, businesses capable of servicing diverse locations efficiently are well-positioned to compete in such tenders, ensuring robust, reliable transportation services for the Council.

## 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/8e8d73db-ac33-458b-97af-b92cd32f9e0f |
| 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 | 23 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 | £139,457 |
| 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 12:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e8d73db-ac33-458b-97af-b92cd32f9e0f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8e8d73db-ac33-458b-97af-b92cd32f9e0f
  21st April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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