Award

QLT333 2026-02-04 (0900) Lowestoft to Century Training Academy, Great Yarmouth - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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05 Feb 2026 at 09:43

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council has awarded a contract for passenger transport services, titled "QLT333 2026-02-04 (0900) Lowestoft to Century Training Academy, Great Yarmouth - AWARD." This contract falls under the transport services industry category and is set to start on 10th February 2026, continuing until 31st July 2031, with a possible extension until 31st July 2033. The procurement method was not explicitly specified, but the announcement follows a completed award stage as of 5th February 2026. The buying organisation, Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport, is based in Ipswich, Suffolk, with John Dallen as the contact point for further enquiries.

This awarded contract presents a significant business opportunity for those involved in passenger transport services in the UK, specifically for suppliers capable of operating from Lowestoft to Great Yarmouth. While the awarded supplier is Five One Taxis Ltd, other companies in the transport service sector can explore potential collaborative opportunities or prepare for future tenders. The contract's substantial duration and value of £81,751.68 also highlight its potential impact on business growth. Companies with expertise in managing long-term passenger transport services and holding the capacity to serve the outlined locations may find similar opportunities beneficial for expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QLT333 2026-02-04 (0900) Lowestoft to Century Training Academy, Great Yarmouth - 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. QLT333 2026-02-04 (0900) Lowestoft to Century Training Academy, Great Yarmouth 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 04/02/2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 on 03/02/2026 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
ocds-b5fd17-60489740-e709-46e3-80f9-3ea3e191051a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/097080f4-71cb-4855-b653-4d6d6bb7a011
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
£81,751 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2026 - 31 Jul 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
John Dallen
Contact Email
john.dallen@suffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01473 265111

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

FIVE ONE TAXIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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