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QBE366, 0900 2026-02-17, Haughley to Lyward Colley Workshops, Bradfield St George (4 seats) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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17 Feb 2026 at 15:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has reached the award stage for a contract titled "QBE366, Haughley to Lyward Colley Workshops, Bradfield St George (4 seats)." This contract falls under the transport services industry category (excluding waste transport) and is part of a Dynamic Purchasing System aimed at supplying Passenger Transport Services. The contract, which is valued at £1,960.80, is expected to commence on 23rd February 2026 and will end on 31st July 2026. The process involved a mini competition, with submissions required by 9:00 on 17th February 2026. Suffolk County Council, a leading local government body based in Ipswich, is facilitating this procurement to enhance its transport service offerings within various locations in the United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in transport services to expand into public sector contracts by partnering with Suffolk County Council. The successful supplier, Paul Row, showcases the potential for growth in this sector. While the suitability criteria specified that it is not tailored for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), larger transport service companies might find ample opportunities to secure further business with the Council, particularly those with experience in delivering efficient and reliable passenger transport solutions. This opportunity highlights the value of engaging with government procurement processes to achieve sustainable business growth in the transport industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QBE366, 0900 2026-02-17, Haughley to Lyward Colley Workshops, Bradfield St George (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. QBE366, 0900 2026-02-17, Haughley to Lyward Colley Workshops, Bradfield St George (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 2026-02-17. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-02-13 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f112b051-fe31-446d-bc98-18d5ba9db8f1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/44a52341-3fef-4e92-a3b5-9300bece3e46
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
£1,960 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 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
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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

PAUL ROW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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