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title: "Mainstream Transport - QS1 - closes 10:00 AM Thursday 30th July 2026 - AWARD"
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# Mainstream Transport - QS1 - closes 10:00 AM Thursday 30th July 2026 - AWARD

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fb0ea891-e237-41e7-a277-031e9fa405d1

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## Summary

Bedford Borough Council has recently concluded the procurement process for the "Mainstream Transport - QS1" contract, which focuses on providing taxi services for transportation from Wymington to Sharnbrook Academy. The tender, classified under CPV code 60120000 for taxi services, was managed through a procurement method defined as "Other" and has reached the award stage, with a completion status granted on 30th July 2026. The contract, with a duration running from 3rd September 2026 to 30th July 2027, involves delivery addresses that include the United Kingdom and several international locations. Although the procurement process was not specifically tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, it presents an opportunity within the services category.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in transportation services, such as taxi or passenger services. It suggests various avenues for expanding service offerings within the educational sector and geographical locations mentioned, like the UK and other regions. Businesses with a capacity to provide reliable transportation services over a prolonged contract period would find this tender suitable. Moreover, the successful supplier, Shires Passenger Transport Ltd, exemplifies the potential for growth and establishment within the public sector transport industry. Engaging in contracts such as this can position a business as a valuable partner in public sector transportation requirements.

## Notice

Transportation from Wymington - Souldrop to Sharnbrook Academy

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57ef0eba-8a14-4f79-9996-219af58d8a17 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Sep 2026 - 30 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ENGLAND |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SHIRES PASSENGER TRANSPORT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 30 Jul 2026 at 09:43 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57ef0eba-8a14-4f79-9996-219af58d8a17
- 30 Jul 2026 at 09:27 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57ef0eba-8a14-4f79-9996-219af58d8a17
- 30 Jul 2026 at 09:23 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57ef0eba-8a14-4f79-9996-219af58d8a17
- 30 Jul 2026 at 09:23 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57ef0eba-8a14-4f79-9996-219af58d8a17
- 30 Jul 2026 at 09:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57ef0eba-8a14-4f79-9996-219af58d8a17

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/57ef0eba-8a14-4f79-9996-219af58d8a17
  30th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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