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QBE365, 0900 2026-02-04, Shimpling to ReConnect, Thurston (4 seats) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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04 Feb 2026 at 13:56

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Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has successfully completed an award process for a transportation service contract titled "QBE365, 0900 2026-02-04, Shimpling to ReConnect, Thurston (4 seats) - AWARD". This procurement is classified under the industry category of transport services, excluding waste transport, with a CPV code of 60000000. The procurement process pertained to a mini competition under the Dynamic Purchasing System for passenger transport services. The contract was awarded on 4th February 2026, with a contract period from 9th February 2026 to 31st July 2026. The procurement stage is marked as 'complete', and the supplier selected is Paul Row. The scope covers locations in the United Kingdom, including Suffolk and its surrounding areas.

This contract offers opportunities for businesses specializing in transport services, particularly those capable of providing passenger transport. Though the tender did not highlight suitability for SMEs or VCSEs specifically, businesses with a proven track record in delivering similar services could leverage such government contracts to boost their portfolio and expand their market presence. By engaging in such opportunities, businesses can strengthen their position within the public sector, potentially opening doors to further collaborations with local government bodies like Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QBE365, 0900 2026-02-04, Shimpling to ReConnect, Thurston (4 seats) - 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. QBE365, 0900 2026-02-04, Shimpling to ReConnect, Thurston (4 seats) 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 2026-02-04. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2025-02-02 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e98d71cf-ee99-4d74-8a8a-00d4c24b85ff
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55e95247-f7be-41e1-bc64-56222d1fc1a6
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
£5,411 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 months
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
Leila Riches
Contact Email
leila.riches@suffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01473 265993

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

PAUL ROW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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