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QSC217 09:00 2026-03-19 Whatfield, Suffolk to Thomas Gainsborough School, Gt Cornard, Sudbury, Suffolk - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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19 Mar 2026 at 13:16

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Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has completed the procurement process for the supply of passenger transport services, specifically between Whatfield, Suffolk, and Thomas Gainsborough School in Sudbury, Suffolk. This procurement falls within the transport services industry category and covers locations such as the United Kingdom and other regions. The process reached the award stage, dated on 19 March 2026, and the contract period spans from 23 March 2026 to 31 July 2027. Suffolk County Council issued the tender as part of a mini-competition under a Dynamic Purchasing System, with a procurement value of £27,418.82 awarded to Opu Rahman t/a 786 Taxis.

This awarded contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in passenger transport services, especially those with expertise in such logistics across diverse geographic regions. Although not specifically targeted at SMEs or VCSEs, participation in similar mini-competitions can enhance visibility and business growth for companies able to provide high-quality transport solutions. Organisations looking to expand their service offerings may find future opportunities in collaborating with local government entities like Suffolk County Council, known for procuring reliable transport services through competitive tender processes.

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Notice Title

QSC217 09:00 2026-03-19 Whatfield, Suffolk to Thomas Gainsborough School, Gt Cornard, Sudbury, 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. QSC217 09:00 2026-03-19 Whatfield, Suffolk to Thomas Gainsborough School, Gt Cornard, Sudbury, 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 2026-03-19. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 09:00 2026-03-17 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dcf0b7c6-e22f-40c1-9b66-e88a4d305f11
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/92de8308-a3cd-4952-b614-54006389a1cd
Current Stage
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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
£27,418 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 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
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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

OPU RAHMAN T/A 786 TAXIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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