Award

QEE016 2026-03-03 (0900) Lakenheath - S.P.A.C.E Education, Yaxley (4 seated vehicle) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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Award

03 Mar 2026 at 11:03

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has successfully concluded its award process for the supply of passenger transport services, specifically targeting the transport industry. This award, part of a Dynamic Purchasing System with reference IT-368-19998-QEE016, seeks services for the route from Lakenheath to S.P.A.C.E Education, Yaxley. Published on 3 March 2026, the process encompasses diverse delivery locations including the United Kingdom and various international territories. The award, valued at £17,875.20, is set for a contract period commencing on 10 March 2026 and concluding on 31 August 2026, with Suffolk County Council retaining the option to extend the contract until 31 December 2026.

This procurement provides expansive opportunities for businesses involved in transport services, fostering potential growth and partnerships. Suppliers within the transport sector, particularly those with capacity for small vehicular operations suitable for the provision of four-seat transport solutions, stand to gain from engagement with this contract. While the procurement method details are not specified, being a supplier to Suffolk County Council can enhance visibility and credibility, allowing businesses to leverage public sector contracts for sustainable and profitable expansion. The awarded supplier, First Stop Travel EA Limited, exemplifies the business advantage inherent in securing contracts with governmental entities such as Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QEE016 2026-03-03 (0900) Lakenheath - S.P.A.C.E Education, Yaxley (4 seated vehicle) - 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. QEE016 2026-03-03 (0900) Lakenheath - S.P.A.C.E Education, Yaxley (4 seated vehicle). 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 03/03/2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 on 02/03/2026 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 31/12/2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d15e58f3-ec32-45fd-8583-77d544b7fdc4
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
£17,875 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
10 Mar 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
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

FIRST STOP TRAVEL EA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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