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QOC593 0900 2026-07-17 Lowestoft - Aurora Eccles School, Quidenham, Norfolk (4-seated vehicle and a PA required) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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22 Jul 2026 at 08:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerns Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport's intention to engage suppliers for passenger transport services, specifically requiring a four-seated vehicle and a personal assistant for transport connecting Lowestoft to Aurora Eccles School in Quidenham, Norfolk. This process, identified as QOC593, was executed under a dynamic purchasing system and is classified within the transport services category, as per CPV code 60000000. With the tender phase concluded and the contract awarded on 22nd July 2026, the award favours SPRY Management as the supplier. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st September 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2031, establishing a substantial period of engagement and opportunity for effective service delivery.

This tender placement opens a significant opportunity for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those capable of deploying small passenger vehicles and personnel for executive transport services. Firms with experience in educational transport services may find this contract suitable for growth, given the demand for reliable and consistent transport solutions in the education sector. With a total contract value of £229,140 and a five-year span, there is a substantial value proposition for businesses adept in logistics and personnel management within the UK, enhancing their portfolio and scaling their operational footprints.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QOC593 0900 2026-07-17 Lowestoft - Aurora Eccles School, Quidenham, Norfolk (4-seated vehicle and a PA 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. QOC593 0900 2026-07-17 Lowestoft - Aurora Eccles School, Quidenham, Norfolk (4-seated vehicle and a PA 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 2026-07-17 . Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-07-16 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98813a25-3403-403a-b0b3-b9668decbc05
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
£229,140 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 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
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

SPRY MANAGEMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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