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title: "2026-03-05 09:00 - QIP685 IP3 area of Ipswich to Prepped Academy, Claydon - AWARD"
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# 2026-03-05 09:00 - QIP685 IP3 area of Ipswich to Prepped Academy, Claydon - AWARD

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3c9011f4-2885-48be-b0d2-49e99e448ab6

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## Summary

The procurement process undertaken by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport entails the provision of passenger transport services from the IP3 area of Ipswich to Prepped Academy, Claydon. The procurement falls under the transport services (excluding waste transport) industry category. The award stage was reached in this process, with the contract being finalised on 6 March 2026, following a mini competition against a Dynamic Purchasing System. The contract period is set to commence on 9 March 2026, concluding on 31 July 2026. Although specific procurement methods were not detailed, the process was initiated via a tender, and suitable businesses were expected to submit proposals by 5 March 2026. The procurement activity primarily focuses on services within the United Kingdom, although it also includes other regions such as Europe and the Channel Islands.

This opportunity for passenger transport services offers business growth potential for companies operating within the transport sector capable of servicing routes around Ipswich and Suffolk. The Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport is a prominent buyer and represents potential for establishing long-term relationships with governmental bodies. Despite the lack of specifications for SMEs and VCSE organisations, standard transport businesses with proficiency in logistics and regional familiarity can benefit significantly from such contracts. Tony Kirby Transport Limited emerged as the winning supplier, highlighting the competitive edge required to secure awards in this sector. Businesses seeking expansion in transport services should perceive this as an occasion to venture into public sector contracts.

## 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. IP3 area of Ipswich to Prepped Academy, Claydon. 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 09:00 Thursday 5th March 2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 15:00 Wednesday 4th March 2026 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/d859c6fd-3726-4675-8f5b-d1c2ae47c662 |
| 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 | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Mar 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,268 |
| 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 | TONY KIRBY TRANSPORT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 6 Mar 2026 at 16:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d859c6fd-3726-4675-8f5b-d1c2ae47c662

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d859c6fd-3726-4675-8f5b-d1c2ae47c662
  6th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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