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title: "Phase 3B - SSTD1401 - 10/12/25 - AWARD"
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# Phase 3B - SSTD1401 - 10/12/25 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e2839292-a563-45f2-ab70-4f79d356ef48

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## Summary

The contracting process initiated by Buckinghamshire Council through its e-Tendering System has reached the award stage for the procurement titled "Phase 3B - SSTD1401 - 10/12/25". This tender falls under the Taxi services industry category, specifically identified by CPV code 60120000. The awarded contract period is set from 23rd February 2026 to 23rd February 2030, with Bucks Minibus Travel trading as Swan Rider being the awarded supplier. The tender employed a selective procurement method with a restricted procedure, indicating a carefully targeted competitive process. The primary location is the United Kingdom, though services may extend to various territories including British Overseas Territories and Europe. Key dates include the tender period's end on 23rd December 2025 and the award announcement on 21st January 2026.

This tender presents profitable opportunities for businesses specialising in transport and taxi services, providing a significant four-year contract valued at £78,760.32. While it is unsuitable for SMEs and VCSEs, established transport operators with the capacity to meet the contract's geographical scope and service demands could greatly benefit from this procurement. Companies with competitive pricing strategies and efficient route management systems are well-suited to engage in such tenders. Buckinghamshire's procurement processes and the structured selective method signify an organised approach, favouring businesses with stringent compliance and quality service delivery.

## 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/a074a6cb-a39a-42f0-8de9-c5a16e182c4b |
| 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 | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 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 | £78,760 |
| 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

- 20 Apr 2026 at 15:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a074a6cb-a39a-42f0-8de9-c5a16e182c4b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a074a6cb-a39a-42f0-8de9-c5a16e182c4b
  20th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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