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QLT340 2026-04-30 (0900) Bungay to EM Tuition (Waterlane Leisure Centre), Lowestoft (4 seats with a passenger assistant) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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Award

30 Apr 2026 at 12:59

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, organised by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport, revolves around the awarding of a contract for passenger transport services titled "QLT340 2026-04-30 (0900) Bungay to EM Tuition (Waterlane Leisure Centre), Lowestoft". This falls under the industry category of transport services, excluding waste transport, with a specific focus on providing four seats with a passenger assistant. The contract, which has reached the award stage, was finalised on 30th April 2026. Key dates to note include the completion of the tender process deadline on 30th April 2026 at 09:00 and the contract duration spanning from 5th May 2026 to 31st August 2026. The procurement method details are unspecified, and the tender takes place primarily in Suffolk, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in providing passenger transport services. Given the specific requirement for passenger assistance and a defined route, businesses with a fleet capable of fulfilling these needs will find a suitable opening in this contract. Although specified as not being particularly aimed at SMEs or VCSEs, transport service companies with capabilities in coordinating scheduled services and managing client-specific transport requests can utilise this contract to expand their service range and establish further ties with Suffolk County Council. Additionally, winning such contracts often aids in demonstrating reliability and service quality to potential future clients.

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Notice Title

QLT340 2026-04-30 (0900) Bungay to EM Tuition (Waterlane Leisure Centre), Lowestoft (4 seats with a passenger assistant) - 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. QLT340 2026-04-30 (0900) Bungay to EM Tuition (Waterlane Leisure Centre), Lowestoft (4 seats with a passenger assistant) 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 30/04/2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 on 29/04/2026 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 18/12/2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-53a09027-3f22-416a-b11f-4cc0aff74a95
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b075f797-4d5f-4cd5-8d2d-98580a44209b
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
£6,681 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

DAN'S PREBOOKED CARS

Further Information

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