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title: "QBR071 (0900) 2026-05-28 - Carlton Colville - Learning in Nature, Beccles (4 seats, passenger assistant, morning only route) - AWARD"
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# QBR071 (0900) 2026-05-28 - Carlton Colville - Learning in Nature, Beccles (4 seats, passenger assistant, morning only route) - AWARD

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL PASSENGER TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f3915abf-0df1-4f5e-a902-da6432195d26

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## Summary

Suffolk County Council Passenger Transport has awarded a contract titled "QBR071 - Carlton Colville - Learning in Nature, Beccles (4 seats, passenger assistant, morning only route)" under the category of Transport services (excluding waste transport). This contract is part of a Dynamic Purchasing System focusing on passenger transport services. The procurement process was initiated via a mini-competition. The procurement stage is complete, with the award confirmed on 29th May 2026, and the contract period set to commence on 2nd June 2026, concluding on 31st August 2026. The project's primary location services the United Kingdom, with Suffolk being a notable point. The deadline for tender submissions was 28th May 2026, and consultations for clarification were requested by 27th May 2026. Suffolk County Council reserves the right to extend the contract until 31st October 2026.

This tender provides significant opportunities for private hire companies interested in the passenger transport sector. With a focus on transporting a small group along a designated route, this contract is well-suited for companies with a strong local presence and expertise in providing tailored transport solutions. The procurement process encourages businesses specialising in efficient, passenger-focused services to compete, offering a chance to strengthen and grow their portfolio in the public sector transport services market. Since the procurement method details are not specified, businesses with wide experience in flexible approaches to contract delivery are likely to thrive.

## 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. QBR071 (0900) 2026-05-28 - Carlton Colville - Learning in Nature, Beccles (4 seats, passenger assistant, morning only route) 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 28/05/2026. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted. The deadline for clarification questions is 0900 on 27/05/2026 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website. The council reserves the right to extend this contract up until 31/10/2026.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbebe1ab-ef8e-403f-9f3f-f1d45716cd12 |
| 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 | 29 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,436 |
| 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 | ATLAS PRIVATE HIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 29 May 2026 at 07:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbebe1ab-ef8e-403f-9f3f-f1d45716cd12

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbebe1ab-ef8e-403f-9f3f-f1d45716cd12
  29th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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