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title: "CS-IC-1323 Framework for Taxi Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000642706"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "INVERNESS COLLEGE UHI"
published: "2021-07-21"
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# CS-IC-1323 Framework for Taxi Services

Buyer: INVERNESS COLLEGE UHI  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000642706

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Inverness College UHI aims to establish a framework for taxi services, specifically under the title "CS-IC-1323 Framework for Taxi Services." This contract is categorised under the education sector and is located in Inverness, UK. The procurement method adopted for this exercise is an open procedure, which began with the planning stage and transitioned to the tender stage. Key dates include a bid submission deadline of June 18, 2021, with the award of the contract completed on July 20, 2021. The contract encompasses three lots, covering taxi services within the Inverness area and routes to Alness/Tain and Nairn.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for local taxi service providers, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to expand their operations and client base through established contracts with a prominent educational institution. Companies with the capability to offer reliable transportation services, including private transfers, are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this framework can not only lead to sustained revenue through consistent service provision but also enhance the visibility and reputation of participating businesses within the community.

## Notice

The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the Provision of Taxi Services including Private Transfers. The purpose of this procurement exercise is to provide the Authority with a formal and standardised agreement with suitable taxi companies to provide transportation services to staff, students and visitors.

### Lot Information

Taxi Services within Inverness Area

Taxi service within Inverness area. This requirement can be a standing order or on an ad-hoc basis.

Renewal: 12 months

Taxi services between Inverness and Nairn.

Taxi services between Inverness and Nairn. This requirement can be on account for specified duration or on an ad-hoc basis.

Renewal: 12

Taxi Services between Inverness and Alness/Tain

Taxi Services between Inverness and Alness/Tain. This requirement can be on account or on an ad-hoc basis.

Renewal: 12

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421787 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | 8 Mar 2021 |
| Award date | 20 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | 2025 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | INVERNESS COLLEGE UHI |
| Additional buyers | UNIVERSITY OF THE HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV2 5NA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness West |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM62 Inverness and Nairn, Moray, and Badenoch and Strathspey |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | C & E TAXIS; CULLODEN; INVERNESS CITY TAXIS; INVERNESS TAXIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421787
- 14 May 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY415096
- 2 Feb 2021 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB405513

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY415096&idx=1
  14th May 2021 - CS-IC-1323 Framework for Taxi Services - Invitation to Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY415096&idx=2
  14th May 2021 - Appendix 1 - Inverness College UHI GoodsandServices Terms and Conditions-V1
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY415096&idx=3
  14th May 2021 - Appendix 2 - Sustain Supply Chain Code of Conduct V2021b
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY415096&idx=4
  14th May 2021 - Appendix 3 - Data Protection - Vendor Assessment Form
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY415096&idx=5
  14th May 2021 - Appendix 4 - Pricing Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY415096&idx=6
  14th May 2021 - Appendix 5 - Technical Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY415096&idx=7
  14th May 2021 - Appendix 6 - Form of Tender
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY415096&idx=8
  14th May 2021 - Appendix 7 - Highland_Taxi_Tariff_from_19_11_18 (1)
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY415096&idx=9
  14th May 2021 - Appendix 8 - Freedom of Information
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAY415096&idx=10
  14th May 2021 - Appendix 9 - Driver Schedule
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB405513
  CS-IC-1353 Framework for Taxi Services - The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the Provision of Taxi Services including Private Transfers. The purpose of this procurement exercise is to provide the Authority with a formal and standardised agreement with suitable taxi companies to provide transportation services to staff, students and visitors.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY415096
  CS-IC-1323 Framework for Taxi Services - The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the Provision of Taxi Services including Private Transfers. The purpose of this procurement exercise is to provide the Authority with a formal and standardised agreement with suitable taxi companies to provide transportation services to staff, students and visitors.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421787
  CS-IC-1323 Framework for Taxi Services - The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) for the Provision of Taxi Services including Private Transfers. The purpose of this procurement exercise is to provide the Authority with a formal and standardised agreement with suitable taxi companies to provide transportation services to staff, students and visitors.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.inverness.uhi.ac.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000642706
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/IJC

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