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QBR071 (0900) 2026-05-28 - Carlton Colville - Learning in Nature, Beccles (4 seats, passenger assistant, morning only route) - AWARD

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT

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Award

29 May 2026 at 07:52

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Summary of the contracting process

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has awarded a contract titled "QBR071 - Carlton Colville - Learning in Nature, Beccles (4 seats, passenger assistant, morning only route)" under the category of Transport services (excluding waste transport). This contract is part of a Dynamic Purchasing System focusing on passenger transport services. The procurement process was initiated via a mini-competition. The procurement stage is complete, with the award confirmed on 29th May 2026, and the contract period set to commence on 2nd June 2026, concluding on 31st August 2026. The project's primary location services the United Kingdom, with Suffolk being a notable point. The deadline for tender submissions was 28th May 2026, and consultations for clarification were requested by 27th May 2026. Suffolk County Council reserves the right to extend the contract until 31st October 2026.

This tender provides significant opportunities for private hire companies interested in the passenger transport sector. With a focus on transporting a small group along a designated route, this contract is well-suited for companies with a strong local presence and expertise in providing tailored transport solutions. The procurement process encourages businesses specialising in efficient, passenger-focused services to compete, offering a chance to strengthen and grow their portfolio in the public sector transport services market. Since the procurement method details are not specified, businesses with wide experience in flexible approaches to contract delivery are likely to thrive.

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Notice Title

QBR071 (0900) 2026-05-28 - Carlton Colville - Learning in Nature, Beccles (4 seats, passenger assistant, morning only route) - 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. QBR071 (0900) 2026-05-28 - Carlton Colville - Learning in Nature, Beccles (4 seats, passenger assistant, morning only route) 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 on 28/05/2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 on 27/05/2026 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 31/10/2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbebe1ab-ef8e-403f-9f3f-f1d45716cd12
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
£1,436 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 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
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

ATLAS PRIVATE HIRE

Further Information

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