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QTN051 09:00 2026-02-26 Sudbury, Suffolk to Dream Care Farm, Thurston, Suffolk - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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26 Feb 2026 at 11:07

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has completed the procurement process for passenger transport services in Suffolk, with the contract awarded to BMF Cars. This award is part of a Dynamic Purchasing System with reference to OJEU Notice Id: 2018/S 031-067685. The procurement falls under the transport services industry category, specifically excluding waste transport, and is primarily located in Suffolk, UK. The contract period is scheduled to begin on 2nd March 2026 and will end on 31st July 2027, with the award having been finalised on 26th February 2026. The procurement process was classified under the 'award' stage at the time of completion, following a mini competition for which submissions were required by 9 AM on 26th February 2026.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in passenger transport services to establish or expand their operations in Suffolk. The contract value is GBP 3,489.92, offering a sizeable financial incentive for successful bidders. Although it does not specifically cater to SMEs or VCSE organisations, companies with existing capabilities in transport services can leverage this contract to enhance their service delivery and build relationships with local governmental bodies. The procurement method details have not been explicitly specified, but participation in Suffolk County Council's established procurement framework can facilitate long-term growth prospects for transport providers. Businesses seeking collaborative opportunities in the transport sector should consider the strategic benefits of engaging with Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport through such procurement processes.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QTN051 09:00 2026-02-26 Sudbury, Suffolk to Dream Care Farm, Thurston, Suffolk - 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. QTN051 09:00 2026-02-26 Sudbury, Suffolk to Dream Care Farm, Thurston, Suffolk 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 09:00 2026-02-26. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 09:00 2026-02-25 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/edf5e9eb-caef-452b-8d2a-4b3367606044
Current Stage
Award
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
£3,489 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 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

BMF CARS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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