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title: "QSB270 0900 2026-05-07 Hartest - Olive academy, Stowmarket (4-seated vehicle required) - AWARD"
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# QSB270 0900 2026-05-07 Hartest - Olive academy, Stowmarket (4-seated vehicle required) - AWARD

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-48a1bfe3-a4e4-4824-93b7-bc4670f6d64e

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## Summary

The procurement process for a passenger transport service, specifically a 4-seated vehicle requirement for Olive Academy in Stowmarket, has been completed by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport. This procurement falls under the industry category of transport services, excluding waste transport. The location is centred in Suffolk, United Kingdom. The process reached the award stage on 8th May 2026, with the contract execution expected to start on 13th May 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2026. This procurement was part of a mini-competition against a Dynamic Purchasing System, and suitable proposals needed to be submitted by 7th May 2026. The procurement method details were not specified.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the passenger transport sector, particularly those offering reliable small vehicle services. Companies with a focus on local transport provision could find potential for growth by aligning with public sector requirements such as those outlined in this Suffolk County Council tender. Although the process does not prioritise SMEs or VCSEs, businesses capable of providing timely and efficient transport solutions suitable for specified routes are likely to benefit from such contracts. The awarded supplier, A2B Needham Market, exemplifies a successful bidder in this category, underscoring the potential for regional transport providers to expand their service offerings through 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. QSB270 0900 2026-05-07 Hartest - 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 2026-05-07. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-05-06 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/73adbe7f-0efa-49bc-a828-f6f7d3f0b8a0 |
| 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 | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £766 |
| 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 | A2B NEEDHAM MARKET |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 07:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73adbe7f-0efa-49bc-a828-f6f7d3f0b8a0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/73adbe7f-0efa-49bc-a828-f6f7d3f0b8a0
  8th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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