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title: "Phase 3C - SMPS1501 - 14/01/26 - AWARD"
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# Phase 3C - SMPS1501 - 14/01/26 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f05e5be5-900e-4e63-bf6d-76a3a25c89b8

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## Summary

The procurement process, conducted by Buckinghamshire Council through their e-Tendering System, involves a contract titled "Phase 3C - SMPS1501 - 14/01/26 - AWARD" within the taxi services industry category, classified under CPV code 60120000. This selective procurement followed a restricted procedure and reached the award stage on 17th March 2026, with the contract beginning on 13th April 2026 and concluding on 12th April 2030. Although initially tendered with a submission deadline on 29th January 2026, the successful bid for this contract was submitted by Bucks Minibus Travel t/a Swan Rider. The service coverage extends to various locations including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and beyond, headquartered at The Gateway, Gatehouse Road, Aylesbury, HP19 8FF.

This contract offers notable business growth opportunities, particularly for those in the transportation services sector. Companies that specialise in or have capabilities in providing taxi services over diverse geographical areas, as detailed in the procurement description, stand to benefit significantly. Enterprises that have experience with restricted procurement procedures and can offer competitive pricing per mile, as specified in the bidding requirements, would be well-positioned to engage in such tenders. The substantial contract value, amounting to GBP 93,786.96, presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses looking to expand their operations in the public transportation sector. However, this specific procurement was not deemed suitable for SMEs or VCSEs.

## 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/32d9c3b4-8a55-4500-b928-d273d2cc9521 |
| 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 | 14 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £93,786 |
| 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

- 14 May 2026 at 12:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32d9c3b4-8a55-4500-b928-d273d2cc9521

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32d9c3b4-8a55-4500-b928-d273d2cc9521
  14th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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