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2026-02-20 09:00 - QML073 Mildenhall to Elveden C of E Primary Academy, Elveden - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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Award

20 Feb 2026 at 12:13

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has completed the award stage of a procurement process for passenger transport services. This contract, titled "QML073 Mildenhall to Elveden C of E Primary Academy," is part of a mini competition under the Dynamic Purchasing System, specifically for the transport services industry. The procurement covers locations in the United Kingdom, with the contract scheduled to begin on 23rd February 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2028. The deadline for tender submissions was on 20th February 2026, and clarification questions were due by 19th February 2026. The procurement process was initiated as a tender, focusing on service provision within Suffolk.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in passenger transport services across Europe, the British Overseas Territories, and other regions. Although not exclusively tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with expertise in efficient and reliable transport services are well-suited to compete and potentially grow through such opportunities. The procurement process by Suffolk County Council reflects the potential for long-term engagements, enhancing business portfolios within various postal regions, and expanding international reach. Successful suppliers, such as Michelle Mansell, exemplify the benefits of engaging with local government contracts to secure a steady revenue stream and bolster industry credibility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2026-02-20 09:00 - QML073 Mildenhall to Elveden C of E Primary Academy, Elveden - 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. Mildenhall to Elveden C of E Primary Academy, Elveden. 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 Friday 20th February 2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 15:00 Thursday 19th February 2026 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6958b4c4-8555-4c47-9076-82d56bba594d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3eff34f5-3143-42ff-a940-e6651b758221
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
£29,887 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20264 days ago
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 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
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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

MICHELLE MANSELL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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