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FR571, 0900 2025-08-26, Eyke to Thomas Mills High School, Framlingham (4 seats) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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26 Aug 2025 at 11:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport concerns the provision of passenger transport services under the dynamic purchasing system, connected with Eyke to Thomas Mills High School, Framlingham. The procurement falls within the transport services industry category and spans various regions including the United Kingdom and other overseas territories. The tender operated under an unspecified procurement method and has now reached the award stage as of 26 August 2025, with Hawk Express Cabs Ltd being awarded the contract valued at £30,020. The contract will commence on 3 September 2025 and continue until 31 July 2027.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services, especially those capable of offering reliable passenger transport solutions. Although not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, larger businesses with experience in regional transport services and the capacity to manage long-term contracts will find this tender to be a promising opportunity for growth. Collaborating with Suffolk County Council can facilitate brand trust and open pathways for future procurement engagements in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FR571, 0900 2025-08-26, Eyke to Thomas Mills High School, Framlingham (4 seats) - 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. FR571, 0900 2025-08-26, Eyke to Thomas Mills High School, Framlingham (4 seats) 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 2025-08-26. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2025-08-22 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8c08b058-1fb7-4c78-8818-42153cb2709e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a71ed03-6596-46fd-8d71-04b0362dcfdd
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
£30,020 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
2 Sep 2025 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 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

HAWK EXPRESS CABS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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