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2026-07-07 HL962 Stansfield to Wickhambrook Primary School - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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15 Jul 2026 at 14:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process was conducted by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport for a contract titled "2026-07-07 HL962 Stansfield to Wickhambrook Primary School - AWARD" within the transport services industry category. This procurement was aimed at providing passenger transport services, as part of a mini competition against an existing Dynamic Purchasing System. The award stage was completed as of 15th July 2026, with a contract period starting from 3rd September 2026 and lasting until 31st August 2031. The specific procurement was located in Suffolk; however, the services extend across the United Kingdom and other regions. The contract, valued at £266,000, had a submission deadline of 7th July 2026.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses involved in passenger transport services, especially those with a focus on serving educational institutions or community transport. The procurement was open to dynamic competition, seeking suppliers who can demonstrate flexibility and efficiency in service delivery. Although this tender was not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with a solid track record in transport services are well-suited to compete. Partnering with Suffolk County Council offers businesses a stable contract relationship and the potential for contract extensions beyond the initial period.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2026-07-07 HL962 Stansfield to Wickhambrook Primary School - 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. 2026-07-07 HL962 Stansfield to Wickhambrook Primary School 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 TUESDAY 7TH JULY 2026 AT 09.00 . Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is WEDNESDAY 1ST JULY 2026 AT 09.00 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 31ST JULY 2033

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23dc09c1-fb28-44c5-aad8-9e4eb28982a1
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
£266,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2031 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
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

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Further Information

Notice Documents

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