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QBE990 0900 2025-11-05 Elmswell - Suffolk new college, Ipswich (4-seated vehicle and a PA required) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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17 Nov 2025 at 15:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport involved the award of a contract for the provision of passenger transport services, specifically requiring a 4-seated vehicle and a personal assistant, to facilitate transport to Suffolk New College in Ipswich. The procurement falls under the industry category of transport services, excluding waste transport. The contract was awarded to UNITY TRAVEL Ltd. with an active status as of 5th November 2025 and valued at £97,598.82. The contract period is set from 7th November 2025 to 31st July 2030, covering various locations, including the United Kingdom and beyond. The procurement stage has been completed, with the tender period ending on 5th November 2025, and clarifications accepted until 4th November 2025. The process followed a method not specifically detailed, within a Dynamic Purchasing System referenced by an OJEU Notice.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specializing in transport services to explore similar contracts, particularly those capable of meeting specific operational requirements, such as providing vehicles and additional support staff like a personal assistant. Companies equipped to handle long-term service agreements in diverse geographic locations, including international territories, may find valuable growth prospects by engaging in similar public procurement projects. While the tender is not specifically targeted at SMEs or VCSEs, established transport companies like UNITY TRAVEL Ltd. can leverage these opportunities to expand their service offerings and enhance their business portfolios through publicly funded ventures.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QBE990 0900 2025-11-05 Elmswell - Suffolk new college, Ipswich (4-seated vehicle and a PA required) - 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. QBE990 0900 2025-11-05 Elmswell - Suffolk new college, Ipswich (4-seated vehicle and a PA required) 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 2025-11-05. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2025-11-04 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e4ff12d8-c6b2-47dd-99f1-c4d593e5a884
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbc14096-837f-4317-b744-b5b7b7a7d24b
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
£97,598 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
7 Nov 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
Marina Akhmetzyanova
Contact Email
marina.akhmetzyanova@suffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01473264428

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

UNITY TRAVEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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