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2026-07-06 HL972 Kedington, via Hundon to Stour Valley Community School - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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16 Jul 2026 at 08:34

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has reached the award stage for the contract titled "2026-07-06 HL972 Kedington, via Hundon to Stour Valley Community School." This contract, classified under CPV code 60000000 for transport services, is managed by Suffolk County Council with a focus on ensuring passenger transport services in the Suffolk region, United Kingdom, with a postal code of IP1 2BX. The procurement was initiated through a mini competition on the Dynamic Purchasing System for Passenger Transport Services, and the contract is slated to run from 3rd September 2026 to 31st August 2031, with a potential extension until 31st July 2033. The deadline for tender submissions was 6th July 2026, with Star Cabs LTD selected as the supplier for this active award, amounting to £199,500.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in transport services, particularly those capable of offering reliable and efficient passenger services. While the opportunity has been awarded, similar forthcoming tenders could be highly beneficial for companies looking to expand their footprint in the public transport sector. Businesses with experience in this industry, particularly those with a focus on community and educational transport solutions, are well-suited to compete in such procurements. Engaging in similar tenders can provide avenues for business growth, increasing exposure to public sector contracts, and fostering partnerships with local councils like Suffolk County Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2026-07-06 HL972 Kedington, via Hundon to Stour Valley Community School - 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. 2026-07-06 HL972 Kedington, via Hundon to Stour Valley Community School 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 MONDAY 6TH JULY 2026 AT 09.00 . Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is TUESDAY 30TH JUNE 2026 AT 09.00 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 31ST JULY 2033

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-33ff06ce-c9b3-4056-9a13-d42b8b7b8653
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a3b1afa-e096-4ae9-85e1-26c57e929019
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
£199,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 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

STAR CABS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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