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title: "QIP538 0900 2026-06-12 Manningtree - Rushmere hall primary school, Ipswich (4-seated wheelchair accessible vehicle required) - AWARD"
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# QIP538 0900 2026-06-12 Manningtree - Rushmere hall primary school, Ipswich (4-seated wheelchair accessible vehicle required) - AWARD

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-70c6f169-a772-4019-a4b2-4f5e3394cba8

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## Summary

The procurement process detailed here was conducted by Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport for a service titled "QIP538 0900 2026-06-12 Manningtree - Rushmere hall primary school, Ipswich," focusing on passenger transport services. This tender, with the CPV code "60000000" for transport services, has reached the Award stage, with a completion status. The services are required in the Ipswich area, specifically for providing a 4-seated wheelchair-accessible vehicle. The procurement method used was not specified in the data. The contract is to commence on 15th June 2026 and run through to 31st July 2031. The award for this contract was made to Universal Cabs Ltd on 12th June 2026, valued at £173,158.40.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for growth within the transport services sector, especially for businesses capable of providing wheelchair-accessible transport solutions. Companies specialising in specialised transport services are well-suited to compete for such tenders by demonstrating compliance with accessibility requirements and reliability in service. Participating in such contracts with local authorities like Suffolk County Council can help businesses establish a foothold in public sector contracts, potentially opening doors to future opportunities within the UK transport industry.

## 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. QIP538 0900 2026-06-12 Manningtree - Rushmere hall primary school, Ipswich (4-seated wheelchair accessible 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 2026-06-12 . Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-06-11 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/c07bb764-f0c8-4089-a811-fbf749b0ebe4 |
| 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 | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £173,158 |
| 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 | UNIVERSAL CABS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2026 at 14:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c07bb764-f0c8-4089-a811-fbf749b0ebe4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c07bb764-f0c8-4089-a811-fbf749b0ebe4
  12th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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