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AIP623 0900 2026-05-05 Ipswich to Papworth Trust Ipswich (4seater vehicle required) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport recently concluded a procurement process awarding a contract for passenger transport services, specifically a 4-seater vehicle requirement for the route from Ipswich to Papworth Trust Ipswich. This process falls under the transport services industry category, excluding waste transport, with the CPV classification code of 60000000. The award was recorded on 5th May 2026, and the contract commences on 7th May 2026, extending up to 1st May 2031. This process, identified by the tender title "AIP623 0900 2026-05-05," was conducted through a mini competition within a Dynamic Purchasing System framework. The geographic focus is primarily on the United Kingdom, with additional considerations for broader international delivery locations, including Europe and the Channel Islands.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses within the passenger transport sector, especially those capable of providing reliable and efficient transport services. Although the procurement process did not specifically target SMEs or VCSEs, companies with similar characteristics or experience in managing routes in varied geographical locations could find new business avenues by participating in such dynamic competitions. The five-year contract, valued at £21,145.28, indicates a stable and potentially lucrative engagement for the successful supplier, Chilton Travel. Firms aiming to compete in future similar tenders might benefit from understanding the specifics of the Dynamic Purchasing System used by Suffolk County Council, increasing their market presence by aligning with public service needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AIP623 0900 2026-05-05 Ipswich to Papworth Trust Ipswich (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. AIP623 0900 2026-05-05 Ipswich to Papworth Trust Ipswich (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 2026-05-05 0900. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 2026-04-29 0900 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 2032-05-01

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/81c97b0f-6680-4872-9564-fa1f177cd64e
Current Stage
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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
£21,145 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 May 2026 - 1 May 2031 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
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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

CHILTON TRAVEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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