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title: "Summer Operations Week 7 - SMAP3422 - 08/09/2025 - AWARD"
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# Summer Operations Week 7 - SMAP3422 - 08/09/2025 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f001fab8-f82b-4847-b930-4f5899f540e1

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Summer Operations Week 7 - SMAP3422 - 08/09/2025 - AWARD" has reached the award stage. Conducted by Buckinghamshire Council, this project falls under the industry category of Taxi Services, classified within the CPV code 60120000. The procurement employed a selective method via a restricted procedure. The contract covers a wide geographical area, including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom, with the contractual activities taking place from 12th September 2025 to 1st December 2030. The tender process concluded on 10th September 2025, and the award was published on 19th November 2025 with Express Travel chosen as the supplier.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for firms experienced in providing taxi services across diverse locations. Small and medium-sized enterprises as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises might face limitations due to the non-suitability criteria specification. However, businesses capable of offering competitive pricing strategies and extensive geographical service coverage could significantly benefit. The contract represents a substantial commitment with a value of £144,470.53, presenting a long-term engagement until late 2030, ideal for businesses looking to establish or expand their foothold in public sector transportation services.

## 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/e2a42356-e7b9-4d57-8e30-24fc0d480a8f |
| 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 | 19 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 11 Sep 2025 - 1 Dec 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £144,470 |
| 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 | EXPRESS TRAVEL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 19 Nov 2025 at 11:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2a42356-e7b9-4d57-8e30-24fc0d480a8f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e2a42356-e7b9-4d57-8e30-24fc0d480a8f
  19th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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