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QIP991 0900 2026-02-26 Woodbridge - Building SEND castles, Ipswich (4-seated vehicle and a PA required) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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27 Feb 2026 at 08:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport pertains to the provision of passenger transport services, classified under CPV code 60000000 for transport services, excluding waste transport. With its focus on Ipswich, the process has already progressed to the award stage. The tender, titled "QIP991 0900 2026-02-26 Woodbridge - Building SEND Castles," involves the requirement for a 4-seated vehicle and a personal assistant. It concluded with submissions due by 9:00 AM on 26th February 2026 and the awarded contract scheduled to commence on 3rd March 2026, continuing until 31st July 2026. The opportunity was facilitated through a mini competition under a dynamic purchasing system, making it pivotal for suppliers seeking to engage in passenger transport service deliveries within the United Kingdom, especially centred in Suffolk.

This procurement contract could support business growth for organisations offering transport solutions that align with community services. Given its specific requirements, businesses capable of providing customised transport arrangements, particularly those with experience in educational or specialised transport services, would find this tender beneficial. Although not particularly marked for SMEs or VCSEs, it enables businesses to expand their portfolios by engaging with government contracts. "Good to go rides ltd," a supplier based in Framlingham, Suffolk, has been awarded the contract valued at £7,151.22 GBP, highlighting opportunities for local enterprises capable of fulfilling bespoke transport needs efficiently.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

QIP991 0900 2026-02-26 Woodbridge - Building SEND castles, 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. QIP991 0900 2026-02-26 Woodbridge - Building SEND castles, 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 2026-02-26. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-02-25 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a394fc5-ff4a-4345-b859-e696ba458b35
Current Stage
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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
£7,151 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 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

GOOD TO GO RIDES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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