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title: "2024-08-16 SB387 Needham Market to Stowupland High School - AWARD"
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# 2024-08-16 SB387 Needham Market to Stowupland High School - AWARD

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9d90b609-61da-4369-b472-6933209c0f51

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## Summary

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has completed the procurement process for the provision of passenger transport services on the Needham Market to Stowupland High School route. This falls under the transport services industry category (CPV: 60000000) and is located in the East of England, United Kingdom, with postal code IP1 2BX. The tender was in the award stage as of 27th August 2024, following the deadline for submissions on 16th August 2024. The contract starts on 4th September 2024 and will run until 31st August 2027, with a possibility of extension up until 31st July 2028. The procurement method details have not been specified.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses in the passenger transport sector to collaborate with a reputable local council and gain a stable, long-term project. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the suitability criteria support their involvement. The awarded contract, held by Thompsons Coaches Ltd, underscores the value placed on reliable service providers in the local area. Engaging in this contract can enhance a business's portfolio, provide steady revenue over several years, and build partnerships with public sector clients.

## 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. 2024-08-16 SB387 Needham Market to Stowupland High School 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 FRIDAY 16TH AUGUST 2024 AT 09.00 . Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is TUESDAY 13TH AUGUST 2024 AT 09.00 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 31ST JULY 2028

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/183d3a96-e2d5-43fb-ab54-edbb3f4f456c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 3 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | THOMPSONS COACHES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 27 Aug 2024 at 10:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/183d3a96-e2d5-43fb-ab54-edbb3f4f456c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/183d3a96-e2d5-43fb-ab54-edbb3f4f456c
  27th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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