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Plug In Suffolk Car Clubs - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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16 Apr 2025 at 11:47

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Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council has completed the procurement process for the "Plug In Suffolk Car Clubs" project. This procurement, classified under "Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services" (CPV 63000000), is focused on the provision and commissioning of 20 electric vehicle car clubs across 10 locations in Suffolk. The contract, awarded as a Concessions Contract, was valued at £1,214,340 (exclusive of VAT). Key dates included the tender submission deadline on 15 November 2024 and the contract award date on 23 December 2024. The contract period is set from 1 May 2025 to 30 September 2029. The open procurement method ensured a transparent and competitive tender process.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for companies in the electric vehicle and car sharing sectors. With the implementation of electric vehicle car clubs, businesses specialising in electric vehicles, car club operations, infrastructure development, and related services stand to benefit. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were encouraged to participate, highlighting the inclusive nature of this procurement. The awarded contract to Co-wheels Car Club Community Interest Company suggests a preference for community-focused and sustainable business practices, making this a prime opportunity for businesses with similar values to engage in future tenders and partnerships with Suffolk County Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Plug In Suffolk Car Clubs - AWARD

Notice Description

Suffolk County Council are currently out to tender for the provision of Electric Vehicle Car Clubs across Suffolk. The Contract is for the commissioning of 20 Car Club electric vehicles across 10 locations across Suffolk. The Contract will operate as a Concessions Contract. This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of portal. Interested parties are invited to express their interest to gain full access to the tender documentation. Procurement Policy Note 09/21 requires us to calculate the value of contracts inclusive of VAT, however we can advertise them exclusive of VAT. The advertised value here is PS1,214,340 exclusive of VAT. The deadline date for submissions of the tender is 15 November 2024 - 12:00 (12 Noon). Please note late returns will NOT be permitted The deadline for clarification questions is 01 November 2024 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7ea172ee-8690-49d6-b147-ba2c951fd921
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22965227-f9bb-478d-bbe6-30096093c449
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

34144900 - Electric vehicles

63000000 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,214,340 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Sep 2029 4-5 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
Contact Name
Juliette Orsler
Contact Email
juliette.orsler@suffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1473264852

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

CO-WHEELS CAR CLUB COMMUNITY INTEREST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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