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QHL103 09:00 2025-08-28 Brandon, Suffolk to Burton End Primary Academy, Haverhill, Suffolk - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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28 Aug 2025 at 17:16

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "QHL103" was conducted by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport for the provision of transport services, specifically focusing on passenger transport. The tender was a mini-competition under a Dynamic Purchasing System and was classified under CPV code 60000000, relating to transport services excluding waste transport. The procurement process, now in the award stage, invited submissions until 9:00 on 28th August 2025, with the contract starting on 3rd September 2025 and running until 31st July 2030. The primary buying organisation is Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport, located in Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those capable of providing passenger transport in Suffolk and surrounding regions. Although the procurement process does not specify particular suitability for SMEs or VCSEs, it represents a valuable opportunity for companies with established operations and capabilities in providing customised transportation solutions. The awarded supplier for this contract is Tim's Minibus and Private Hire Ltd, highlighting the relevance of local transport providers in securing such contracts. Businesses with a strong local presence and the ability to meet specific transportation needs and schedules could benefit from participating in similar tender opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QHL103 09:00 2025-08-28 Brandon, Suffolk to Burton End Primary Academy, Haverhill, 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. QHL103 09:00 2025-08-28 Brandon, Suffolk to Burton End Primary Academy, Haverhill, 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 2025-08-28. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 09:00 2025-08-26 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c0687674-a907-4d6c-ad06-4227e7d9a4db
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1da9c446-5649-4ce5-9fb7-68f9e04294d6
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
£224,200 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
2 Sep 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

TIM'S MINIBUS AND PRIVATE HIRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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