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title: "QLT959 2024-08-21 (0900) Leiston to Include Lowestoft (4 seated taxi with a passenger assistant) TUPE applies - AWARD"
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# QLT959 2024-08-21 (0900) Leiston to Include Lowestoft (4 seated taxi with a passenger assistant) TUPE applies - AWARD

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-af9a12a7-3e62-42c6-a0bc-ad683f854b2e

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## Summary

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has recently completed a procurement process for the provision of passenger transport services, specifically a 4-seated taxi with a passenger assistant for the route from Leiston to Lowestoft. Classified under the transport services industry, this tender concluded on 21 August 2024, with the contract set to commence on 4 September 2024 and run until 31 August 2025. The project falls within the East of England, primarily serving the region around Ipswich, with the postal code IP1 2BX. The procurement stage has progressed to the award phase, following a mini-competition under the Dynamic Purchasing System for passenger transport services, with a total contract value of £72,580 awarded to Dan's Prebooked Cars.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the transport industry to secure long-term contracts with local government authorities. It is particularly suited for companies that can provide reliable and compliant transport services, including those who can adhere to Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations (TUPE) requirements. Businesses equipped with suitable vehicles and experienced passenger assistants can benefit from such contracts, aiding in business growth through steady revenue streams from public sector engagements. The awarded contract provides an annual business opportunity with potential extensions, fostering sustainable development for companies in the sector.

## 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. QLT959 2024-08-21 (0900) Leiston to Include Lowestoft (4 seated taxi with a passenger assistant) TUPE applies 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 on 21/08/2024. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 on 20/08/2024 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 31/07/2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dbc73ff-f473-42d1-8cbf-ffed9c1ece3d |
| 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 | 22 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 3 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £72,580 |
| 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 | DAN'S PREBOOKED CARS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 22 Aug 2024 at 08:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dbc73ff-f473-42d1-8cbf-ffed9c1ece3d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3dbc73ff-f473-42d1-8cbf-ffed9c1ece3d
  22nd August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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