Tender

Fleet and Waste Driver Training

IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL

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11 Dec 2025 at 09:19

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18 Nov 2025 at 14:32

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Summary of the contracting process

Ipswich Borough Council is currently seeking tenders for the provision of Fleet and Waste Driver Training. This tender process, classified under education and training services, as well as health and social work services, is particularly relevant for businesses in the UK, specifically in the East England region. The procurement is being conducted through an open competition process and is described as below threshold, ensuring a broad opportunity for competition. Key dates to note include the deadline for tender submissions, set for 11:00 am on 5th January 2026, while any clarification questions must be submitted by 23rd December 2025. The contract is set to commence on 5th February 2026 and conclude on 14th January 2028, with potential renewals extending the term by an additional 12 months. Interested parties should submit their proposals via www.suffolksourcing.uk, where electronic submissions are accepted.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in driver training and education services to expand their portfolio and establish a foothold in the public sector market. Companies with experience in delivering comprehensive training programmes, particularly those related to fleet management and environmental health, could greatly benefit from participating in this tender. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with innovative training methodologies, competitive pricing, and a solid track record in service delivery will find this a conducive platform for business growth. Additionally, companies with capabilities in ensuring compliance with health and safety standards in driver training will be particularly well-suited to meet the tender requirements set by Ipswich Borough Council.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

Fleet and Waste Driver Training

Notice Description

Ipswich Borough Council are currently out to tender for the provision of Fleet and Waste Driver Training. This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of portal. Interested parties are invited to express their interest to gain full access to the tender documentation. The deadline date for submissions of the tender is 11am 5th January 2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted The deadline for clarification questions is 23rd December 2025 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e36c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081755-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£43,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£43,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Dec 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 20266 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Feb 2026 - 14 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@ipswich.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2DE
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
TLH14 Suffolk CC
Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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