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title: "2026-02-20 09:00 - QML073 Mildenhall to Elveden C of E Primary Academy, Elveden - AWARD"
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# 2026-02-20 09:00 - QML073 Mildenhall to Elveden C of E Primary Academy, Elveden - AWARD

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6958b4c4-8555-4c47-9076-82d56bba594d

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## Summary

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has completed the award stage of a procurement process for passenger transport services. This contract, titled "QML073 Mildenhall to Elveden C of E Primary Academy," is part of a mini competition under the Dynamic Purchasing System, specifically for the transport services industry. The procurement covers locations in the United Kingdom, with the contract scheduled to begin on 23rd February 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2028. The deadline for tender submissions was on 20th February 2026, and clarification questions were due by 19th February 2026. The procurement process was initiated as a tender, focusing on service provision within Suffolk.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in passenger transport services across Europe, the British Overseas Territories, and other regions. Although not exclusively tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with expertise in efficient and reliable transport services are well-suited to compete and potentially grow through such opportunities. The procurement process by Suffolk County Council reflects the potential for long-term engagements, enhancing business portfolios within various postal regions, and expanding international reach. Successful suppliers, such as Michelle Mansell, exemplify the benefits of engaging with local government contracts to secure a steady revenue stream and bolster industry credibility.

## 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. Mildenhall to Elveden C of E Primary Academy, Elveden. 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 Friday 20th February 2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 15:00 Thursday 19th February 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/3eff34f5-3143-42ff-a940-e6651b758221 |
| 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 | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Feb 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £29,887 |
| 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 | MICHELLE MANSELL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2026 at 12:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3eff34f5-3143-42ff-a940-e6651b758221

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3eff34f5-3143-42ff-a940-e6651b758221
  20th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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