Tender

Dynamic Purchasing System for the supply of Passenger Transport Services

SUFFOLK SOURCING

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29 Mar 2018 at 14:30

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20 Feb 2018 at 14:43

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20 Feb 2018 at 14:42

Tender

14 Feb 2018 at 15:11

Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council is inviting applications for a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) aimed at the provision of Passenger Transport Services. This procurement falls under the transport services category and takes place in the East of England, with the main buyer being Suffolk Sourcing, located in Ipswich. The DPS has been active since 12th February 2018 and will run for five years, with an option to extend by two additional years. Suppliers can apply during its duration, with initial registration open until 13th April 2018. The tender method used for this process is selective, following a restricted procedure.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those providing Private Hire, Hackney Carriage, PSV/PCV, and other licensed vehicle services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is designed to accommodate new suppliers at various stages throughout its five-year term. Successful suppliers can capitalise on ongoing contracts and potential extensions based on performance, making this an advantageous opportunity for relevant transport service providers seeking to expand their operations.

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Notice Title

Dynamic Purchasing System for the supply of Passenger Transport Services

Notice Description

Suffolk County Council are inviting applicants to join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of Passenger Transport Services. The period of the DPS will be 5 Years commencing 12th February 2018, plus an option to extend for a further 2 Years. We reserve the right to extend, shorten or terminate, in part or whole, any Lot or the entire DPS at any time giving 6 months' notice. New applicants can join the DPS during the course of the duration. Please note should performance not be compliant with the DPS Tender Terms and Conditions, applicants may be suspended from the DPS. Additional information: Suffolk County Council (The Council) is seeking suppliers for the provision of Passenger Transport Services. It intends to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of its Transport Services with suitably qualified operators of Private Hire, Hackney Carriage, PSV/PCV and other appropriately licenced vehicles. The Council proposes to enter into contracts for periods of up to 5 years, dependent on the requirement, with options to extend. Such extensions will be at the discretion of the Council and subject to satisfactory performance. A combination of Lots/routes may be tendered. Suppliers can apply to join the DPS at any point during its lifetime, however applications will be considered in two Rounds. Round 1 for initial registration to the DPS is open between 12th February to 13th April 2018. Round 2 will open on 12th May 2018 and will remain open. The DPS will be open for a period of 5 years with the option to extend up to a further 2 years. We reserve the right to extend, shorten or terminate, in part or whole, any Lot or the entire DPS at any time giving 6 months' notice. Interested Suppliers must complete a Selection Questionnaire (SQ) via www.suffolksourcing.uk. Please log into Suffolk Sourcing and search CD1204, and request to participate by completing and submitting the SQ. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-33a00300-36c5-48fd-92bb-64f3680a6930
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23a28f9d-b8a1-4452-8982-087d083cb4fc
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Feb 2023 - 13 Feb 2023 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUFFOLK SOURCING
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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