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title: "Phase 3C - SCHE1401 - 14/01/26 - AWARD"
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buyer: "BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM"
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# Phase 3C - SCHE1401 - 14/01/26 - AWARD

Buyer: BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL - E-TENDERING SYSTEM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f68f7144-41a5-4130-bd72-079c05885026

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## Summary

This completed public procurement process involves Buckinghamshire Council using a selective, restricted procedure to award a contract for taxi services, classified under CPV code 60120000. The process, which began as a competitive tender initiated by Buckinghamshire Council, culminated in awarding the contract to Gilberts of Chesham on 16th March 2026. The contract's duration spans from 13th April 2026 to 12th April 2030, catering to the United Kingdom and several international locations including the Channel Islands and British Overseas Territories. This tender offers significant business opportunities for service providers in the transportation industry.

This contract represents a substantial opportunity for taxi service companies, especially those experienced in serving diverse geographical areas. Although it is not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, larger transport operators with competitive pricing structures will find this a lucrative venture to pursue, potentially allowing them to expand their networks across key regions. With the procurement category focused on services, incorporating a selective procurement method, businesses that can navigate restricted competition terms effectively stand to benefit from this long-term partnership with the prestigious Buckinghamshire 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/ae054318-45fc-4be3-93a9-4bf20a4fd298 |
| 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 | 27 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 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 | £29,260 |
| 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 | GILBERTS OF CHESHAM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 27 Apr 2026 at 15:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae054318-45fc-4be3-93a9-4bf20a4fd298

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae054318-45fc-4be3-93a9-4bf20a4fd298
  27th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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