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QIP086 0900 2026-03-17 Ipswich, Suffolk to Holbrook Academy, Holbrook, Suffolk (4-seated vehicle required) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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17 Mar 2026 at 15:40

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has concluded an award process under the Dynamic Purchasing System titled "QIP086 0900 2026-03-17 Ipswich, Suffolk to Holbrook Academy, Holbrook, Suffolk (4-seated vehicle required)." This pertains to transport services across various regions including the British Overseas Territories and the United Kingdom. The procurement falls within the transport services category, specifically excluding waste transport. The procurement method details remain unspecified, and the suitabilities for SMEs and VCSEs are not deemed applicable. Critical dates include the award decision on 17 March 2026, with the contract period commencing on 19 March 2026 and ending on 31 July 2028. The contract was awarded to IP Express Cabs.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses within the passenger transport industry to expand their service offerings and client base, particularly for those with capabilities in providing reliable transport solutions across specified locations. The nature of this contract may suit businesses with efficient fleet management capabilities or those looking to enhance their involvement in public transport contracts. Organisations able to fulfil regional transport requirements and navigate competitive bidding processes like Suffolk County Council's Dynamic Purchasing System can potentially benefit from this contract, with a total award value of £41,877.90. Clients looking to leverage this opportunity should be prepared to adhere to the specified conditions and timelines for successful contract implementation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QIP086 0900 2026-03-17 Ipswich, Suffolk to Holbrook Academy, Holbrook, Suffolk (4-seated vehicle 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. QIP086 0900 2026-03-17 Ipswich, Suffolk to Holbrook Academy, Holbrook, Suffolk (4-seated vehicle 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 2026-03-17. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-03-13 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e73221e8-77ac-4953-af16-15ffa6f8e3e3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89238059-2d5b-48ec-8c36-380e8ee3c5fd
Current Stage
Award
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
£41,877 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 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

IP EXPRESS CABS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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