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title: "Taxi Services to the University of Kent"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ff9f"
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# Taxi Services to the University of Kent

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF KENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ff9f

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## Summary

The University of Kent has concluded a procurement process for the provision of taxi services, with the contracting stage completed on 7th April 2026. This tender aimed to secure a reliable and flexible taxi service for the university's staff and visitors. The process followed an open procedure method under the UK Public Contracts Regulations. Located in Canterbury, Kent, the university sought bids that met high-quality and competitive pricing criteria, within the specified service industry of taxi services. The contract is set to commence on 20th April 2026 and will last until 19th April 2029, with possibilities for renewal up to a total duration that could extend to 2031.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the transportation sector, particularly those specialising in taxi services. The open procedure invited competitive participation from SMEs like Longleys Private Hire Ltd and Express Cabs and Couriers Ltd, both of which placed valid bids. With a gross contract value of £276,000, the substantial commitment by the University of Kent opens avenues for strategic partnerships and service expansion, making this tender especially advantageous for businesses aiming to enhance their portfolios and establish a stronger presence in the regional market of Kent and its surrounding areas.

## Notice

This opportunity is for the provision of Taxi Services to the University of Kent. The University is looking for a dependable and efficient taxi service that can respond quickly and flexibly to booking requests for staff and visitors.

### Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: The University reserves the right to extend the contract for 1+1 years at the end of the original contract period, which will be agreeable annually in 12-month instalments.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031311-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £230,000 |
| Lots value | £230,000 |
| Awards value | £230,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF KENT |
| Locality | CANTERBURY, KENT |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT2 7NZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Canterbury |
| Electoral ward | Blean Forest |
| Westminster constituency | Canterbury |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England), TLJ4 Kent |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | EXPRESS CABS AND COURIERS; LONGLEYS PRIVATE HIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2026 at 09:37 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031311-2026
- 5 Jan 2026 at 16:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000452-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031311-2026
  7th April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000452-2026
  5th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=101353&TID100106594&B=
- https://www.kent.ac.uk/finance/procurement.html
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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