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QBR067 2026-04-30 (0900) Lowestoft to The Woodview Project, Worlingham (4 seats) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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30 Apr 2026 at 14:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "QBR067 2026-04-30 (0900) Lowestoft to The Woodview Project, Worlingham (4 seats)" project has reached the award stage. Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport led the process to fulfil a contract for transport services within the United Kingdom, specifically targeting journeys from Lowestoft to Worlingham. The procurement falls under the industry category of transport services, excluding waste transport, with the contract scheduled to commence on 5th May 2026 and conclude on 31st August 2027. The award, valued at GBP 10,725.12, was granted to Andalusia Trading Ltd, trading as Roadrunner Taxis. Key deadlines included the submission date on 30th April 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the transport services sector, particularly those specialising in commuter transport solutions. Although the contract has already been awarded, similar opportunities may frequently arise, offering a lucrative avenue for established transport companies to expand their public sector clientele. This particular procurement, commanded by Suffolk County Council, highlights the council's commitment to utilising external suppliers for local transport requirements, making it a potential long-term client for experienced vendors in this area. Companies that can deliver reliable and efficient passenger transport might find future procurement processes from this council advantageous for business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QBR067 2026-04-30 (0900) Lowestoft to The Woodview Project, Worlingham (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. QBR067 2026-04-30 (0900) Lowestoft to The Woodview Project, Worlingham (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 on 30/04/2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 on 29/04/2026 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 31/07/2028.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a9d43f5d-18bc-4ebf-a188-bd1f7a04f9ad
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af49672f-d5f8-4d9b-9c0f-75b53183063b
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
£10,725 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 31 Aug 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

ANDALUSIA TRADING LTD T/A ROADRUNNER TAXIS

Further Information

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