---
title: "Provision of Edinburgh Taxi Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02c866"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) (\"NSS\")"
published: "2022-01-20"
---

# Provision of Edinburgh Taxi Service

Buyer: THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS")  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02c866

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by the Common Services Agency, commonly known as NHS National Services Scotland (NSS), for the Provision of Edinburgh Taxi Service. This initiative falls under the services category, specifically focusing on taxi services (CPV code 60120000) and encompasses multiple lots including Staff Transportation and Secure Collection and Delivery of Blood Products. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with the tender period having ended on 16th August 2021. The framework agreement will serve various health boards within Edinburgh and surrounding areas, aiming to create a streamlined taxi service for different needs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transportation and logistics sector, particularly those experienced in providing taxi or courier services, including those who can manage ad-hoc requirements or deliver time-sensitive materials, such as medical products. Businesses equipped to meet the comprehensive requirements set by NHS NSS, including maintaining high service standards and ensuring the appropriate licensing, would be well-positioned to compete for this framework agreement and potentially benefit from long-term contracts within the public health sector.

## Notice

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) (NSS) is seeking to put in place a single supplier multi lot Framework Agreement for the provision of a Taxi Service operating across Edinburgh and surrounding areas.

### Lot Information

Staff Transportation

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) (NSS) is seeking to put in place a single supplier multi lot Framework Agreement for the provision of a Taxi Service operating across Edinburgh and surrounding areas. The framework will be available to use for the following Health Boards; - NHS National Services Scotland - NHS Education Scotland - Healthcare Improvement Scotland - Public Health Scotland - Scottish Ambulance Services - NHS 24 The Contractor shall provide a comprehensive cost and time efficient taxi service to meet the requirements of all Health Boards named above. The number of passengers will vary, up to a maximum of 5, and the service requirement will include both fixed routes and ad-hoc services as deemed necessary by the boards.

Secure Collection and Delivery of SNBTS Blood Products

The Common Services Agency (more commonly known as National Services Scotland) (NSS) is seeking to put in place a single supplier multi lot Framework Agreement for the provision of a Taxi Service operating across Edinburgh and surrounding areas. The Framework Agreement will be available to use by the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS). The Contractor shall provide a comprehensive cost and time efficient taxi service to collect and deliver blood components in a safe and efficient manner to meet the requirements of SNBTS. Service requirement will include both fixed routes and ad-hoc services as deemed necessary by SNBTS.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001693-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 21 Nov 2021 - 20 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | June 2025 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £355,000 |
| Lots value | £355,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £160,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE COMMON SERVICES AGENCY (MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS NHS NATIONAL SERVICES SCOTLAND) ("NSS") |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9EB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CENTRAL TAXIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2022 at 11:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001693-2022
- 15 Jul 2021 at 13:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016628-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/info/20023/licences_and_permits
- http://www.nss.nhs.scot/browse/procurement-and-logistics
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000659788
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11883
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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