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title: "QSB404 0900 2026-04-01 Eye - Olive academy, Stowmarket (4-seated vehicle required) - AWARD"
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# QSB404 0900 2026-04-01 Eye - Olive academy, Stowmarket (4-seated vehicle required) - AWARD

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-129ce076-d1ef-4743-8719-3c730e79fde9

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## Summary

The procurement process focuses on Suffolk County Council seeking transport services through a mini-competition conducted under their Dynamic Purchasing System for passenger transport services. Specifically, the contract involved the supply of a four-seated vehicle for transporting passengers between Eye and Olive Academy, Stowmarket. The procurement, already in the award stage as of 1 April 2026, falls under the services category with a completion status. The procurement method details were not specified, but key dates included a submission deadline on 1 April 2026, and the contract period starts from 14 April 2026 to 31 July 2026. The awarded contract, valued at £6,498, is to be fulfilled by Hawk Express Cabs Ltd, providing opportunities within the transport industry across various locations, including the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses involved in transport services. Businesses with expertise in passenger transportation, particularly those offering mini-bus or cab services, are well-suited to compete for such contracts. Although not specifically tailored for SMEs, firms possessing a fleet of suitable vehicles and operational capacity stand to benefit from engaging in such public procurement processes. The contract's fixed duration provides a solid opportunity for enhancing reputation through reliable service delivery, potentially leading to further collaborations with Suffolk County Council and expanding engagements within the public sector. Businesses interested in establishing or expanding their footprint in British public transportation services would find this tender advantageous.

## Notice

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. QSB404 0900 2026-04-01 Eye - Olive academy, Stowmarket (4-seated vehicle 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 2026-04-01. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-03-31 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1a38d8b-f7a8-401b-ae82-bc67fcdd153a |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Apr 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,498 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT |
| Locality | SUFFOLK |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HAWK EXPRESS CABS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2026 at 14:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1a38d8b-f7a8-401b-ae82-bc67fcdd153a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1a38d8b-f7a8-401b-ae82-bc67fcdd153a
  1st April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/business/tenders-and-supplying-us

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