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29 May 2026 at 10:23

Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "QIP415 0900 2026-05-27 Knodishall - Include, Ipswich (4-seated vehicle required) - AWARD," under the industry category of transport services. This procurement was carried out as a mini competition against the Dynamic Purchasing System for Passenger Transport Services (OJEU Notice Id: 2018/S 031-067685). The procurement stage is now at the award phase, with the contract being awarded to Universal Cabs Ltd. The main contract period is from 1st June 2026 to 31st July 2026. The process employed a selective procurement method via a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. This contract was primarily focused in Ipswich, Suffolk, UK, and the tender process was thoroughly completed with a submission deadline of 27th May 2026.

The successful tender from Universal Cabs Ltd provides a substantial opportunity for business growth within the transport sector. Winning such contracts can bolster the reputation of suppliers, increase their client base, and provide long-term financial benefits. Businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those capable of providing flexible and reliable vehicle options, would be well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities in the future. Given the project's scope and value, it may lead to further prospects within Suffolk County Council's network, fostering relationships that might offer ongoing potential for additional projects. Additionally, this kind of tender underscores the importance of forming strategic partnerships and maintaining a robust track record in delivery and compliance in the UK transport industry.

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Notice Title

QIP415 0900 2026-05-27 Knodishall - Include, Ipswich (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. QIP415 0900 2026-05-27 Knodishall - Include, Ipswich (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 2026-05-27. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-05-26 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7e7ab011-5611-4934-8d07-8a3cf2f5b9c6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d825551d-1169-4315-9c49-d314595daf92
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£4,377 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
2
Supplier Names

UNIVERSAL CABS

YOURCAB

Further Information

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