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QOC859 09:00 2026-01-23 Glemsford, Suffolk to Coggeshall Road Therapeutic Provision, Earls Colne, Essex - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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23 Jan 2026 at 10:35

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Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has completed the award stage for the procurement titled "QOC859 09:00 2026-01-23 Glemsford, Suffolk to Coggeshall Road Therapeutic Provision, Earls Colne, Essex". This procurement is focused on service delivery within the transport sector, specifically passenger transport services, classified under CPV code 60000000. The tender process was initiated through a mini competition under a Dynamic Purchasing System. The closing date for submissions was 23rd January 2026, with services set to commence on 27th January 2026 and continue until 31st July 2027. The procurement was awarded to DE VERE TRANSPORT LTD, with the contractual agreement valued at GBP 20,943.70. Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport, based in Ipswich, Suffolk, led this procurement process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the transport services industry, particularly those experienced in providing passenger transport solutions across the UK. Companies with expertise in logistical planning, fleet management, and reliable service delivery are well-suited to leverage such contract opportunities to expand their business footprint. The procurement did not specify suitability for SMEs or VCSEs, implying that larger transport firms may have a competitive edge. Engaging with such public sector contracts can not only provide steady revenue streams but also enhance a company's reputation and operational experience in servicing governmental transport needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QOC859 09:00 2026-01-23 Glemsford, Suffolk to Coggeshall Road Therapeutic Provision, Earls Colne, Essex - 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. QOC859 09:00 2026-01-23 Glemsford, Suffolk to Coggeshall Road Therapeutic Provision, Earls Colne, Essex 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 2026-01-23. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 09:00 2026-01-22 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e21fac4e-f66f-453a-bbbb-0ee35a5f94e1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/306322c1-38a8-4eef-a166-495fb7e6b265
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
£20,943 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
27 Jan 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
Lindsey Griffiths
Contact Email
lindsey.griffiths@suffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1473265212

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

DE VERE TRANSPORT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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