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2026-02-24 TN154 Beyton, Thurston to Thurston Community College and Thurston Community Primary School - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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26 Feb 2026 at 10:27

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Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has completed the award stage for a transport services contract titled "2026-02-24 TN154 Beyton, Thurston to Thurston Community College and Thurston Community Primary School." This procurement falls under the industry category of "Transport services (excl. Waste transport)" and encompasses various locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories. The procurement method details were not specified. Key dates include the award published on 26th February 2026, with the contract period commencing on 25th February 2026 and ending on 31st August 2030. The award was valued at £178,896.78, demonstrating a substantial opportunity for the supplier, Nice Travel Solutions Limited.

This contract offers considerable opportunities for businesses within the transport services sector, specifically those capable of providing efficient passenger transport solutions. With Suffolk County Council as the buyer, there is potential for businesses to establish long-term relationships and expand their presence in the public sector under this substantial contract. Suppliers with experience in managing dynamic purchasing systems and offering reliable transport services across diverse geographical areas would be well-suited to compete for such opportunities. Although this particular contract has already been awarded, similar future opportunities could greatly benefit businesses striving to enhance their growth in the transport services industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2026-02-24 TN154 Beyton, Thurston to Thurston Community College and Thurston Community Primary School - 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. 2026-02-24 TN154 Beyton, Thurston to Thurston Community College and Thurston Community Primary School 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 TUESDAY 24TH FEBRUARY 2026 AT 09.00 Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is FRIDAY 20TH FEBRUARY 2026 AT 09.00 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 31ST JULY 2031

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-12704e9d-4392-4c47-a10e-6b440aa98e3d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37e550fc-47f8-4a31-a470-65fcc8ca83e6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£178,896 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Feb 2026 - 31 Aug 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
1
Supplier Name

NICE TRAVEL SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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