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QFR010 2026-07-02 (0900) Bramford - Compass Community School Aylward Park: Meadow View, Blaxhall (4 seats) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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Award

02 Jul 2026 at 10:06

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process involves Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport awarding a contract for passenger transport services, specifically the route between Bramford and Compass Community School Aylward Park, to IP Express Cabs. This initiative falls under the transport services industry category and spans various regions, including the United Kingdom and beyond. The procurement stage is in the Award phase, with the award dated 2nd July 2026. The tender commenced on 6th July 2026, and the contract is expected to conclude on 31st August 2031. Important deadlines included a tender submission cut-off at 9:00 am on 2nd July 2026, and an opportunity for clarification queries until 1st July 2026, both vital for interested parties.

This tender provides significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in passenger transport services. Businesses with expertise in dynamic passenger transport systems and a capacity to operate across the specified regions should find this contract particularly appealing. The contract's duration until 2031 presents a stable project horizon, attractive for businesses aiming for long-term engagements. Although the procurement method details have not been specified, participation in dynamic purchasing systems will be essential. Companies that can offer competitive rates and reliable services within regulated environments, such as small and medium-sized enterprises, could benefit significantly by securing roles in such public service contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QFR010 2026-07-02 (0900) Bramford - Compass Community School Aylward Park: Meadow View, Blaxhall (4 seats) - 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. QFR010 2026-07-02 (0900) Bramford - Compass Community School Aylward Park: Meadow View, Blaxhall (4 seats) 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 02/07/2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 on 01/07/2026 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 31/07/2033.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ee30ac0-512a-4f5f-a2c3-501808689d4d
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
£116,329 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
5 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2031 Over 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

IP EXPRESS CABS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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