Award

QIP398 0900 2026-02-09 Ipswich to Prepped Academy, Claydon (4-seated vehicle required) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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Award

09 Feb 2026 at 10:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport, identified as tender IT-368-19933-QIP398, pertains to the transport services sector, specifically for passenger transport excluding waste transport. Situated in Suffolk, UK, the tender involved a mini-competition within a Dynamic Purchasing System to provide a 4-seated vehicle service from Ipswich to Prepped Academy, Claydon. The tender process has reached the award stage with a completion status. The tender submission deadline was on 9th February 2026 with a subsequent contract period spanning from 11th February 2026 to 31st July 2026.

This tender presents a business growth opportunity for transport service providers, particularly those specialising in small vehicle management. Although the awarded supplier is Zanyar Ali Taxis, the tender highlights potential niches for small, localised, and nimble transport operators. Businesses equipped with a fleet capable of meeting specific seating and scheduling needs can benefit from similar procurement opportunities in public sector transport services. The involvement of a reputable local authority like Suffolk County Council adds credibility and exposure to participating businesses within the region and potentially beyond.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QIP398 0900 2026-02-09 Ipswich to Prepped Academy, Claydon (4-seated vehicle required) - 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. QIP398 0900 2026-02-09 Ipswich to Prepped Academy, Claydon (4-seated vehicle required) 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 2026-02-09. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-02-06 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6692b04f-44e5-40d8-ae5a-6f3ff70bdc32
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3428a6a2-e90c-47bc-b71e-7b009a5a8a18
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
£4,286 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
11 Feb 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

ZANYAR ALI TAXIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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