Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test Services for Central Bedfordshire Council
Central Bedfordshire Council · Awarded contract
AwardedHackney Carriage and Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test Services for Central Bedfordshire Council
Awarded 01 Sep 2025
Awarded01 Sep 2025
Value£20,000.00
SupplierGreen Penny
RegionEast of England
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 10mo1y 12mo term, 59% elapsed
Awarded 1 Sept 2025Expires 31 Aug 2027
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Central Bedfordshire Council awarded a contract to Green Penny for the provision of Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Driver Knowledge Test services.
The contract, valued at AUD 20,000, covers the administration and delivery of knowledge tests required for driver licensing in the hackney carriage and private hire sectors.
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