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QWE166 0900 2025-08-19 Leiston - Suffolk new college, Otley (4-seated vehicle and a PA required) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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21 Aug 2025 at 07:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has reached the award stage for the contract titled "QWE166 0900 2025-08-19 Leiston - Suffolk new college, Otley (4-seated vehicle and a PA required)". This procurement falls within the industry category of transport services, excluding waste transport, with the OJEU Notice Id: 2018/S 031-067685. Located in Suffolk, United Kingdom, the contract was awarded on 21 August 2025, with a completion status at present. The contract period is set from 1 September 2025 to 31 July 2030, and it stems from a Dynamic Purchasing System without a specified procurement method. Additionally, the deadline for tenders was set on 19 August 2025.

This contract offers a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for companies operating in or aspiring to enter the transport services sector. It is especially viable for experienced service providers who can furnish a 4-seated vehicle with a Personal Assistant. Although not explicitly suitable for SMEs or voluntary community and social enterprises, businesses with the capacity and resources to meet the requirements might find this tender particularly appealing due to its extended contract period. A K Cars, the awarded supplier, is an exemplary model of a business tapping into such opportunities, showcasing potential benefits for businesses with similar capabilities and industry focus.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QWE166 0900 2025-08-19 Leiston - Suffolk new college, Otley (4-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. QWE166 0900 2025-08-19 Leiston - Suffolk new college, Otley (4-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 2025-08-19. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2025-08-18 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8e009b6d-bec6-45ff-b2ec-6de0937767ef
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be707c13-d144-4729-8b35-c45f351012cf
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
£141,455 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2025 - 31 Jul 2030 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 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

A K CARS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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