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QLT324 2025-08-26 (0900) Saxmundham to Involve Active, Lowestoft (4 seated vehicle with a passenger assistant) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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Award

27 Aug 2025 at 17:25

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Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has awarded a contract for the procurement of passenger transport services under the title "QLT324 2025-08-26 (0900) Saxmundham to Involve Active, Lowestoft". This project involves the provision of a four-seated vehicle with a passenger assistant, serving as a transport link between Saxmundham and Lowestoft. The contract, worth £120,080, was awarded to Atlas Private Hire Ltd and is set to commence on 1st September 2025, running until 31st July 2028. This procurement falls within the services category (CPV code 60000000) and covers delivery in multiple locations including the United Kingdom and its territories. The procurement method was not specified, but it followed a dynamic purchasing system in line with previous OJEU notices. The tender process is complete, with the award being active as of 27th August 2025.

This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in passenger transport services, particularly those capable of providing reliable, small-scale transport solutions. Companies with a focus on local or regional transport services, possessing a solid track record in managing passenger needs, would find this opportunity aligns well with their expertise. While the procurement is closed, similar future opportunities can benefit companies equipped with appropriate resources and a responsive service model. Engaging with such tenders can expand a business’s portfolio, enhance their market reputation, and extend their reach across not only the UK but its territories and beyond.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QLT324 2025-08-26 (0900) Saxmundham to Involve Active, Lowestoft (4 seated vehicle 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. QLT324 2025-08-26 (0900) Saxmundham to Involve Active, Lowestoft (4 seated vehicle 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 26/08/2025. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 on 22/08/2025 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 31/07/2029.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-69c6c8c4-bd7c-41e0-8ce0-57227534d851
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1b09e4a-48a4-47b7-9c84-c95141008c7a
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
£120,080 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 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

ATLAS PRIVATE HIRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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