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QOC816 2025-08-27 (0900) Lowestoft - Sidestrand Hall School, Sidestrand, Norfolk (4 seated vehicle) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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29 Aug 2025 at 09:34

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport involves a mini competition for the supply of passenger transport services, specifically for a four-seated vehicle service between Lowestoft and Sidestrand Hall School in Norfolk. Classified under transport services, the procurement aligns with the Dynamic Purchasing System outlined in the OJEU Notice Id: 2018/S 031-067685. The award stage has been reached, with Andalusia Trading Ltd T/A Roadrunner Taxis being the successful supplier for a contract valued at £56,240. The project is set from 3rd September 2025 until 31st August 2026, with Suffolk County Council retaining the option to extend the contract until 31st July 2027. Key dates include submission deadlines on 27th August 2025 and clarification question deadlines on 26th August 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in passenger transport services due to the structured competitive nature of the Dynamic Purchasing System. Although SME and VCSE suitability is not specified, businesses with expertise in transport services and possessing the capacity for quick mobilisation and operational efficiency would be well-poised to vie for similar contracts. The geographical focus within Suffolk enhances visibility and accessibility for local enterprises, fostering potential business growth and expansion within regional transport networks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QOC816 2025-08-27 (0900) Lowestoft - Sidestrand Hall School, Sidestrand, Norfolk (4 seated vehicle) - 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. QOC816 2025-08-27 (0900) Lowestoft - Sidestrand Hall School, Sidestrand, Norfolk (4 seated vehicle) 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 on 27/08/2025. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 on 26/08/2025 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 31/07/2027.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-220b80a5-967f-4692-b497-9be9bc49bd35
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f64c5d38-6577-4cca-8bb2-536a11849c53
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
£56,240 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Aug 20255 months ago
Contract Period
2 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 6-12 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
John Dallen
Contact Email
john.dallen@suffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01473 265111

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

ANDALUSIA TRADING LTD T/A ROADRUNNER TAXIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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