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title: "Phase 3A - SCHI1418 - 01/12/25 - AWARD"
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# Phase 3A - SCHI1418 - 01/12/25 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-db57e7dc-9f60-455a-9dfb-e46e976c75e4

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## Summary

The contract titled "Phase 3A - SCHI1418 - 01/12/25 - AWARD" was awarded by Buckinghamshire Council through its e-Tendering System, with Budget Cars Ltd securing the contract. The procurement falls within the taxi services category, offering services across various regions including the Channel Islands, Europe, and the United Kingdom. The process utilised a restricted procedure for selection, with the tender stage concluding on 15th December 2025. The active award was published on 25th April 2026, with the contract commencing from 23rd February 2026 and running until 23rd February 2030. The contract, valued at £72,313.80, highlights a well-structured procurement strategy to ensure quality and efficiency in public transportation services.

This public procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in taxi services and transportation that can meet regional and international demands. The selective method invites competitive bids from capable companies, especially those not classified under SME or VCSE. Companies with robust logistical capabilities and a strategic presence in the covered areas could leverage this long-term contract to spur growth and establish a strong foothold in public sector services. Clear submission guidelines insist that transport operators submit a price per mile, fostering transparency and competition.

## 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/b2607196-c449-43e2-a1bf-0ad163787d06 |
| 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 | 25 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 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 | £72,313 |
| 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 | BUDGET CARS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 25 Apr 2026 at 09:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2607196-c449-43e2-a1bf-0ad163787d06

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b2607196-c449-43e2-a1bf-0ad163787d06
  25th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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