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QOC755 0900 2026-05-26 Laxfield to Acorn Park School, Banham, Norfolk (4-seated vehicle and a PA required) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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AwardUpdate

29 May 2026 at 13:49

AwardUpdate

29 May 2026 at 10:11

Award

28 May 2026 at 14:12

Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has completed the procurement process for passenger transport services, specifically for a route from Laxfield to Acorn Park School in Banham, Norfolk. The award update indicates that the contract has been awarded under the framework of a Dynamic Purchasing System titled “The supply of Passenger Transport Services.” The process involved a mini competition, and the tender's classification falls under transport services (excluding waste transport), CPV code 60000000. Though the procurement method details are not specified, the tender process culminated with an award. The contract period is set from 1st June 2026 to 31st July 2031, with the final award notice published on 29th May 2026. The entire process, from tendering to award, was efficiently managed to meet key deadlines, ensuring a smooth transition post-award.

This tender creates substantial opportunities, particularly for transport service providers within the Suffolk region, as well as companies that have the capability to deliver passenger transport services in and around Norfolk. With a significant contract value, the successful bidder, A R Cars Fram Ltd, demonstrates an opportunity for similar businesses to compete in future tenders. The contract emphasises the importance of reliable transport solutions and, although not tailored for small or voluntary and community sector enterprises, it could inspire expansions or partnerships to meet the demands of public sector transport contracts. Suppliers with experience in passenger services and an understanding of regional transport requirements are well-suited to leverage such opportunities for growth.

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Notice Title

QOC755 0900 2026-05-26 Laxfield to Acorn Park School, Banham, Norfolk (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. QOC755 0900 2026-05-26 Laxfield to Acorn Park School, Banham, Norfolk (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 2026-05-26. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-05-22 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-94574dd7-8cab-4ad5-81d3-2fc01c96563f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1396cdfa-e719-473e-b61f-b743aad6b3cc
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
£234,315 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
26 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2031 Over 5 years
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 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
1
Supplier Name

A R CARS FRAM

Further Information

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