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title: "PS/22/28 - Corporate Taxi Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03361b"
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buyer: "EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
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# PS/22/28 - Corporate Taxi Services

Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03361b

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## Summary

East Ayrshire Council is seeking qualified providers for the "PS/22/28 - Corporate Taxi Services" tender, aimed at delivering taxi services to support the transportation of vulnerable individuals throughout the East Ayrshire region, with occasional trips beyond council boundaries. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions due by 14th June 2022. This contract spans a period of up to four years, comprising an initial three-year term with a possible one-year extension. The procurement method is classified as an open procedure, and it includes two lots: Lot 1, covering East Ayrshire (North), and Lot 2, for East Ayrshire (South).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in transportation services, particularly those with expertise in providing accessible taxi services. Companies that are well-versed in managing sensitive transportation logistics and have prior experience with similar public sector contracts would be highly suited to compete. Additionally, the requirement for community benefits suggests an emphasis on local engagement and social responsibility, which could enhance the attractiveness of bids that outline clear community contributions.

## Notice

East Ayrshire Council require suitably qualified providers to deliver taxi services to support the transportation of vulnerable people throughout the Council area with occasional cross-boundary trips. The contract covers planned taxi hires and well as responsive/emergency hires as required. The Framework will be split in to two Lots. Lot 1 - East Ayrshire (North) and Lot 2 - East Ayrshire (South).

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - East Ayrshire (North)

For the purposes of this contract the central point for journeys from the North of the authority will be John Finnie Street, Kilmarnock. Further details are provided in the tender documentation.

Renewal: The contract term is 3 years with the option to extend for a further 1 year.

Lot 2 - East Ayrshire (South)

For the purposes of this contract the central point for journeys from the South of the authority will be Ayr Road, Cumnock. Further details are provided in the tender documentation.

Renewal: The contract period will be 3 years with the option to extend for a further 1 year.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012158-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jun 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | May 2026 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | KILMARNOCK |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA3 7BU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | East Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Kilmarnock East and Hurlford |
| Westminster constituency | Kilmarnock and Loudoun |
| Delivery location | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 10 May 2022 at 14:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012158-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000692266
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00223
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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