--- title: "QIP415 0900 2026-05-27 Knodishall - Include, Ipswich (4-seated vehicle required) - AWARD" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7e7ab011-5611-4934-8d07-8a3cf2f5b9c6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7e7ab011-5611-4934-8d07-8a3cf2f5b9c6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7e7ab011-5611-4934-8d07-8a3cf2f5b9c6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7e7ab011-5611-4934-8d07-8a3cf2f5b9c6.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-17" --- # QIP415 0900 2026-05-27 Knodishall - Include, Ipswich (4-seated vehicle required) - AWARD Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7e7ab011-5611-4934-8d07-8a3cf2f5b9c6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7e7ab011-5611-4934-8d07-8a3cf2f5b9c6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7e7ab011-5611-4934-8d07-8a3cf2f5b9c6.json) ## Summary Suffolk County Council has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "QIP415 0900 2026-05-27 Knodishall - Include, Ipswich (4-seated vehicle required) - AWARD," under the industry category of transport services. This procurement was carried out as a mini competition against the Dynamic Purchasing System for Passenger Transport Services (OJEU Notice Id: 2018/S 031-067685). The procurement stage is now at the award phase, with the contract being awarded to Universal Cabs Ltd. The main contract period is from 1st June 2026 to 31st July 2026. The process employed a selective procurement method via a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. This contract was primarily focused in Ipswich, Suffolk, UK, and the tender process was thoroughly completed with a submission deadline of 27th May 2026. The successful tender from Universal Cabs Ltd provides a substantial opportunity for business growth within the transport sector. Winning such contracts can bolster the reputation of suppliers, increase their client base, and provide long-term financial benefits. Businesses specialising in transport services, particularly those capable of providing flexible and reliable vehicle options, would be well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities in the future. Given the project's scope and value, it may lead to further prospects within Suffolk County Council's network, fostering relationships that might offer ongoing potential for additional projects. Additionally, this kind of tender underscores the importance of forming strategic partnerships and maintaining a robust track record in delivery and compliance in 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. QIP415 0900 2026-05-27 Knodishall - Include, Ipswich (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 2026-05-27. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 2026-05-26 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/d825551d-1169-4315-9c49-d314595daf92 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Dynamic | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 17 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 27 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 28 May 2026 | | Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £4,377 | | 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 | | Additional buyers | 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 | 2 | | Supplier names | UNIVERSAL CABS; YOURCAB | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ### Codes - 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport) ## Release History - 17 Jun 2026 at 11:24 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d825551d-1169-4315-9c49-d314595daf92 - 17 Jun 2026 at 11:22 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d825551d-1169-4315-9c49-d314595daf92 - 29 May 2026 at 10:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d825551d-1169-4315-9c49-d314595daf92 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d825551d-1169-4315-9c49-d314595daf92 17th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/business/tenders-and-supplying-us ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7e7ab011-5611-4934-8d07-8a3cf2f5b9c6. 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