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title: "Taxi Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000772807"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN"
published: "2026-04-22"
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# Taxi Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000772807

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## Summary

The University of Aberdeen is conducting a procurement process for taxi services in the Aberdeen City area, under the title "Taxi Services" within the education industry category. The procurement employs an open procedure for establishing a ranked framework agreement with up to three contractors, aimed at enhancing cost and time efficiency. The process is currently in the award stage following the completion of the tender phase, with the contract being signed on 16th December 2025. The procurement covers services and is concentrated within the region UKM50, with options for two additional one-year extensions. The buying organisation is located at University Office, King's College, Aberdeen, UKM50.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the transport and taxi service sector to secure long-term collaboration with a prestigious educational institution, potentially driving business growth and enhancing regional presence. The framework agreement is well-suited for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focusing on providing competitive and efficient taxi solutions. Companies like Aberdeen Taxis ltd and Rainbow Cars Ltd have already been awarded contracts, highlighting the opportunity for similar enterprises in the region. Large firms like Transport UK - Travel Connect also participated, indicating the competitive nature and scale of the tender. Overall, it provides a platform for businesses of varying sizes to showcase their capabilities and strengthen their market position.

## Notice

AWARD NOTICE a ranked framework agreement with a maximum of (3) three contractors to provide the University of Aberdeen with a comprehensive cost and time efficient taxi service in and around the Aberdeen City area as previously advertised.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

AWARD Notice for a ranked framework agreement with a maximum of (3) three contractors to provide the University of Aberdeen with a comprehensive cost and time efficient taxi service in and around the Aberdeen City area as previously advertised.. Estimated value includes optional extension periods.

Options: 2 x optional 1 year extensions.

Renewal: It is anticipated that the Framework agreement will be effective from 1st October for an initial period of 3 years with the option to extend for two (2) further periods, each of 12 months subject to satisfactory annual review and mutual agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554444 |
| 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 | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

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

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB24 3FX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | ABERDEEN TAXIS; RAINBOW CARS; TRANSPORT UK - TRAVEL CONNECT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554444
- 18 Jul 2024 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL510156

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL510156
  Taxi Services - It is the intention of the University to establish a ranked framework agreement with a maximum of (3) three contractors to provide the University with a comprehensive cost and time efficient taxi service in and around the Aberdeen City area.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554444
  Taxi Services - AWARD NOTICE a ranked framework agreement with a maximum of (3) three contractors to provide the University of Aberdeen with a comprehensive cost and time efficient taxi service in and around the Aberdeen City area as previously advertised.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement
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- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html?VISITORID=fcad6e8d-f138-4ad4-9225-7a79d842b262&_ncp=1715248066272.37289-1

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