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QIP827 0900 2026-03-16 Little Stonham - Sir Bobby Robson school, Ipswich (6-seated vehicle and a PA required) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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16 Mar 2026 at 17:34

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Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has completed the award stage of the procurement process for the contract titled "QIP827 0900 2026-03-16 Little Stonham - Sir Bobby Robson school, Ipswich (6-seated vehicle and a PA required)." This contract focuses on the provision of transport services within the United Kingdom and includes locations such as Ipswich and broader regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and Europe. The procurement falls under the CPV category for Transport services, excluding waste transport, and is identified by the OJEU Notice Id: 2018/S 031-067685. The contract period commences on 20th March 2026 and concludes on 31st July 2031, offering substantial opportunities for long-term engagement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport services sector seeking to expand their operations. Given the emphasis on passenger transport, companies equipped with suitable vehicles and personnel can consider participating in similar future tenders. Although this particular procurement did not specify suitability requirements for SMEs or VCSEs, companies with capabilities in providing efficient, reliable transport solutions can leverage the insights from this contract to position themselves favourably for upcoming opportunities. GROUND TRAVEL - IPSWICH LTD has been awarded the contract, showcasing the potential for local businesses with knowledge and expertise in regional transport logistics to successfully secure contracts with public bodies like Suffolk County Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QIP827 0900 2026-03-16 Little Stonham - Sir Bobby Robson school, Ipswich (6-seated vehicle and a PA 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. QIP827 0900 2026-03-16 Little Stonham - Sir Bobby Robson school, Ipswich (6-seated vehicle and a PA 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 2026-03-16 . Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-03-13 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7c5dedbf-6c49-4a6b-a2ac-49758f15ef1b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32a9ab83-52c7-4929-b4df-13a3ee87e05e
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
£201,541 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Mar 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

GROUND TRAVEL -IPSWICH

Further Information

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