--- title: "Dynamic Purchasing System for the supply of Passenger Transport Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-33a00300-36c5-48fd-92bb-64f3680a6930" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-33a00300-36c5-48fd-92bb-64f3680a6930" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-33a00300-36c5-48fd-92bb-64f3680a6930.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-33a00300-36c5-48fd-92bb-64f3680a6930.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SUFFOLK SOURCING" published: "2018-03-29" --- # Dynamic Purchasing System for the supply of Passenger Transport Services Buyer: SUFFOLK SOURCING Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-33a00300-36c5-48fd-92bb-64f3680a6930 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-33a00300-36c5-48fd-92bb-64f3680a6930) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-33a00300-36c5-48fd-92bb-64f3680a6930.json) ## Summary Suffolk County Council is inviting applications for a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) aimed at the provision of Passenger Transport Services. This procurement falls under the transport services category and takes place in the East of England, with the main buyer being Suffolk Sourcing, located in Ipswich. The DPS has been active since 12th February 2018 and will run for five years, with an option to extend by two additional years. Suppliers can apply during its duration, with initial registration open until 13th April 2018. The tender method used for this process is selective, following a restricted procedure. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses in the transport sector, particularly those providing Private Hire, Hackney Carriage, PSV/PCV, and other licensed vehicle services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is designed to accommodate new suppliers at various stages throughout its five-year term. Successful suppliers can capitalise on ongoing contracts and potential extensions based on performance, making this an advantageous opportunity for relevant transport service providers seeking to expand their operations. ## Notice Suffolk County Council are inviting applicants to join a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of Passenger Transport Services. The period of the DPS will be 5 Years commencing 12th February 2018, plus an option to extend for a further 2 Years. We reserve the right to extend, shorten or terminate, in part or whole, any Lot or the entire DPS at any time giving 6 months' notice. New applicants can join the DPS during the course of the duration. Please note should performance not be compliant with the DPS Tender Terms and Conditions, applicants may be suspended from the DPS. Additional information: Suffolk County Council (The Council) is seeking suppliers for the provision of Passenger Transport Services. It intends to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for the provision of its Transport Services with suitably qualified operators of Private Hire, Hackney Carriage, PSV/PCV and other appropriately licenced vehicles. The Council proposes to enter into contracts for periods of up to 5 years, dependent on the requirement, with options to extend. Such extensions will be at the discretion of the Council and subject to satisfactory performance. A combination of Lots/routes may be tendered. Suppliers can apply to join the DPS at any point during its lifetime, however applications will be considered in two Rounds. Round 1 for initial registration to the DPS is open between 12th February to 13th April 2018. Round 2 will open on 12th May 2018 and will remain open. The DPS will be open for a period of 5 years with the option to extend up to a further 2 years. We reserve the right to extend, shorten or terminate, in part or whole, any Lot or the entire DPS at any time giving 6 months' notice. Interested Suppliers must complete a Selection Questionnaire (SQ) via www.suffolksourcing.uk. Please log into Suffolk Sourcing and search CD1204, and request to participate by completing and submitting the SQ. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23a28f9d-b8a1-4452-8982-087d083cb4fc | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 Mar 2018 | | Submission deadline | 11 Feb 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Feb 2023 - 13 Feb 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SUFFOLK SOURCING | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ## Release History - 29 Mar 2018 at 14:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23a28f9d-b8a1-4452-8982-087d083cb4fc - 20 Feb 2018 at 14:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23a28f9d-b8a1-4452-8982-087d083cb4fc - 20 Feb 2018 at 14:42 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23a28f9d-b8a1-4452-8982-087d083cb4fc - 14 Feb 2018 at 15:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23a28f9d-b8a1-4452-8982-087d083cb4fc ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23a28f9d-b8a1-4452-8982-087d083cb4fc 29th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/suffolksourcing/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/business-jobs-and-careers/tenders-and-supplying-us/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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