QNT064 09:00 2026-05-07 Mildenhall & Red Lodge, Suffolk, to The Hive @ Exning Primary School, Exning, Newmarket, Suffolk
Suffolk County CouncilEstimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
Not specified
Published
10 June 2026
Type
services
Overview
QNT064 09:00 2026-05-07 Mildenhall & Red Lodge, Suffolk, to The Hive @ Exning Primary School, Exning, Newmarket, Suffolk
AI Analysis
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This is a transport or school route contract to provide regular journeys from Mildenhall & Red Lodge in Suffolk to The Hive at Exning Primary School in Newmarket, Suffolk, starting May 7th 2026 at 09:00. It appears to be a school transport service, likely for pupils or staff, with a scheduled time and specific pickup/drop-off locations.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents for vehicle specifications, insurance requirements, driver qualifications (DBS check, PCV license, medical fitness), and passenger safety standards.
- Vehicle must operate on the specified date and time (May 7th 2026, 09:00 start)
- Service must cover the route from Mildenhall & Red Lodge to The Hive @ Exning Primary School, Exning, Newmarket
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Provide transportation service from Mildenhall & Red Lodge to The Hive @ Exning Primary School, Exning, Newmarket
- Ensure reliable operation on the scheduled date starting 09:00
- Transport passengers safely between the two locations
How to Read This Tender
- 1This notice appears to be a summary line only — you must download and read the full tender documents to understand the full scope, duration (is it one journey or recurring?), number of passengers, vehicle type required, and payment terms.
- 2The date '2026-05-07' is likely a start date; check if this is a one-off journey or the beginning of a longer contract (e.g., an academic year).
- 3Look for the 'specification' or 'service requirements' section in full documents — it will state passenger numbers, frequency, any stops between locations, and accessibility requirements.
- 4Check the 'Terms & Conditions' section for insurance, liability, cancellation, and what happens if the service can't be provided.
- 5School transport often requires enhanced DBS clearance and safeguarding training — confirm this early if bidding.
Tips for Small Businesses
- If you're a small coach or minibus operator, this could be a good fit, but confirm whether you need your own vehicle or if the authority provides it.
- School routes sometimes have consortium opportunities — partner with another local operator if you need to share capacity or cover multiple routes.
- Ask the buyer upfront about contract length and frequency — one-off journeys rarely justify bid costs, but regular term-time routes are more valuable.
Likely incumbents
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- 1
Hawk Express Cabs Ltd
1 contract wonlatest 5 May 2026ends 1 May 2031£21,145
total awarded
Hawk Express Cabs Ltd is the most likely incumbent based on recency and category match. To win, bidders typically need a clearly differentiated proposition or a price advantage.
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SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCILKey Dates
Published
10 June 2026
Submission deadline
Not specified
Notice type
opportunity
Source
ted eu
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