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2026-03-05 09:00 - QIP685 IP3 area of Ipswich to Prepped Academy, Claydon - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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06 Mar 2026 at 16:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport entails the provision of passenger transport services from the IP3 area of Ipswich to Prepped Academy, Claydon. The procurement falls under the transport services (excluding waste transport) industry category. The award stage was reached in this process, with the contract being finalised on 6 March 2026, following a mini competition against a Dynamic Purchasing System. The contract period is set to commence on 9 March 2026, concluding on 31 July 2026. Although specific procurement methods were not detailed, the process was initiated via a tender, and suitable businesses were expected to submit proposals by 5 March 2026. The procurement activity primarily focuses on services within the United Kingdom, although it also includes other regions such as Europe and the Channel Islands.

This opportunity for passenger transport services offers business growth potential for companies operating within the transport sector capable of servicing routes around Ipswich and Suffolk. The Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport is a prominent buyer and represents potential for establishing long-term relationships with governmental bodies. Despite the lack of specifications for SMEs and VCSE organisations, standard transport businesses with proficiency in logistics and regional familiarity can benefit significantly from such contracts. Tony Kirby Transport Limited emerged as the winning supplier, highlighting the competitive edge required to secure awards in this sector. Businesses seeking expansion in transport services should perceive this as an occasion to venture into public sector contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2026-03-05 09:00 - QIP685 IP3 area of Ipswich to Prepped Academy, Claydon - 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. IP3 area of Ipswich to Prepped Academy, Claydon. 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 09:00 Thursday 5th March 2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 15:00 Wednesday 4th March 2026 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/d859c6fd-3726-4675-8f5b-d1c2ae47c662
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
£4,268 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 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
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TONY KIRBY TRANSPORT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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