---
title: "Framework for the Provision of a Taxi & Private Hire Transport Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02b5a7"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FALKIRK COUNCIL"
published: "2021-09-16"
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# Framework for the Provision of a Taxi & Private Hire Transport Service

Buyer: FALKIRK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b5a7

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Falkirk Council, which is seeking providers for the "Framework for the Provision of a Taxi & Private Hire Transport Service". This contract is focused on taxi services (CPV code: 60120000) for transporting social work service users throughout the Falkirk area and beyond. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with a tender period that ended on 28th June 2021. The total value of the contract is estimated at £1,125,000, and the award period began on the same day the tender ended. The successful bidders must comply with specific requirements, such as possessing necessary licenses and insurances, and being members of the Falkirk Council Eco Stars Taxi Scheme.

This tender presents significant opportunities for local taxi and private hire businesses, particularly those with experience in providing transport services for vulnerable populations. Suppliers that are able to demonstrate quality service and competitive pricing may thrive in this competitive market. Additionally, businesses that can contribute to community benefits, such as offering work placements and employment opportunities, will have an advantage given the council's requirements to engage local labour. Overall, SMEs specialising in transport solutions are well-positioned to compete effectively in this procurement process.

## Notice

Provision of a Taxi Service and Private Hire Service for transport of Social Work Service Users throughout the Falkirk Council area and to destinations outwith the Falkirk area.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of call off contract for the taxi transport of vulnerable Service Users throughout the Falkirk Council area and to destinations outwith the Falkirk area.

Renewal: A potential extension of 12 months is permissible.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023091-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,125,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FALKIRK COUNCIL |
| Locality | FALKIRK |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK1 5RS |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM12 Falkirk |
| Local authority | Falkirk |
| Electoral ward | Falkirk South |
| Westminster constituency | Falkirk |
| Delivery location | TLM76 Falkirk |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | BAIRD TAXIS; BRUCE TAXIS; EXPRESS TAXIS; JTSCARS; RL TAXIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 16 Sep 2021 at 15:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023091-2021
- 27 May 2021 at 11:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011829-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.falkirk.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00184

## Provenance

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