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QSB404 0900 2026-04-01 Eye - Olive academy, Stowmarket (4-seated vehicle required) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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01 Apr 2026 at 14:25

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process focuses on Suffolk County Council seeking transport services through a mini-competition conducted under their Dynamic Purchasing System for passenger transport services. Specifically, the contract involved the supply of a four-seated vehicle for transporting passengers between Eye and Olive Academy, Stowmarket. The procurement, already in the award stage as of 1 April 2026, falls under the services category with a completion status. The procurement method details were not specified, but key dates included a submission deadline on 1 April 2026, and the contract period starts from 14 April 2026 to 31 July 2026. The awarded contract, valued at £6,498, is to be fulfilled by Hawk Express Cabs Ltd, providing opportunities within the transport industry across various locations, including the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses involved in transport services. Businesses with expertise in passenger transportation, particularly those offering mini-bus or cab services, are well-suited to compete for such contracts. Although not specifically tailored for SMEs, firms possessing a fleet of suitable vehicles and operational capacity stand to benefit from engaging in such public procurement processes. The contract's fixed duration provides a solid opportunity for enhancing reputation through reliable service delivery, potentially leading to further collaborations with Suffolk County Council and expanding engagements within the public sector. Businesses interested in establishing or expanding their footprint in British public transportation services would find this tender advantageous.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QSB404 0900 2026-04-01 Eye - Olive academy, Stowmarket (4-seated 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. QSB404 0900 2026-04-01 Eye - Olive academy, Stowmarket (4-seated 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 2026-04-01. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-03-31 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-129ce076-d1ef-4743-8719-3c730e79fde9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1a38d8b-f7a8-401b-ae82-bc67fcdd153a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
£6,498 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 months
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
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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
1
Supplier Name

HAWK EXPRESS CABS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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