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QFX003 0900 2025-08-18 IPSWICH to PROJECTION EDUCATION, FELIXSTOWE FERRY CENTRE, FERRY ROAD, IP11 9RT (4seater vehicle required) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council, a prominent entity in the UK, has completed a procurement process titled "QFX003 0900 2025-08-18 IPSWICH to PROJECTION EDUCATION, FELIXSTOWE FERRY CENTRE, FERRY ROAD, IP11 9RT (4seater vehicle required) - AWARD." This tender falls within the transport services industry, with a classification under the CPV code 60000000, excluding waste transport. This procurement was carried out via a dynamic purchasing system, specifically a call-off from existing agreements, under a selective procurement method. The key deadlines were for submissions on 18 August 2025, with the contract running from 3 September 2025 to 31 July 2027. The services will be delivered in Ipswich and extend to other specified locales, including British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This tender opens significant business growth opportunities by providing continuous transport services for educational trips between Ipswich and Felixstowe Ferry Centre. It suits transport businesses with a focus on small passenger vehicles, specifically those capable of offering 4-seater transport solutions. Companies like Cabs Smart are examples of SMEs competently awarded such contracts, highlighting opportunities for similar enterprises looking to expand their service footprint under assured governmental agreements. The award value was documented at £15,960, signaling a substantial turnover for proficient suppliers. It's a lucrative expansion pathway for transport providers capable of aligning with government requirements and service timelines.

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Notice Title

QFX003 0900 2025-08-18 IPSWICH to PROJECTION EDUCATION, FELIXSTOWE FERRY CENTRE, FERRY ROAD, IP11 9RT (4seater vehicle required) - AWARD

Notice Description

Suffolk County Council is seeking a mini competition against the following Dynamic Purchasing System: 'The supply of Passenger Transport Services', OJEU Notice Id: 2018/S 031-067685. QFX003 0900 2025-08-18 IPSWICH to PROJECTION EDUCATION, FELIXSTOWE FERRY CENTRE, FERRY ROAD, IP11 9RT (4seater vehicle required) . Further details can be found in the 'Tenders / My Tenders' area of this website, by selecting the 'View Details' button for this project. The deadline for returned submissions is 0900 2025-08-18. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2025-08-11 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-059435c4-425b-473f-9f7a-839de8e73cd0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f61c9c14-e0ae-4f75-b085-7acbcf8ab8ee
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£15,960 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
2 Sep 2025 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUFFOLK
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CABS SMART

IP EXPRESS CABS

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