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GB-Blackpool: TPPL Blackpool Council BNES Bus Lot 3 - 4 x Low Floor Accessible Buses (25722)

BLACKPOOL COUNCIL

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Award

29 Jul 2025 at 10:45

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "GB-Blackpool: TPPL Blackpool Council BNES Bus Lot 3 - 4 x Low Floor Accessible Buses (25722)", was initiated by Blackpool Council for the acquisition of four low floor minibuses. Classified under CPV code 34114400, this contract encompasses the delivery within the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is at the award phase, completed on 20th May 2025 with an active status. The contract period ran from 21st May 2025 to 21st June 2025, with the total contract value amounting to £498,611.48. Although specific procurement methods were not detailed, the tender was not tailored specifically for SMEs or VCSEs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for larger enterprises, particularly those with expertise in manufacturing or supplying specialized transport solutions, such as accessible minibuses. Businesses with capabilities to deliver high-quality vehicles that meet specific public transport needs are well-suited to compete for similar contracts. By engaging in such contracts, businesses can significantly expand their market presence in the public sector transportation industry, aligning with clients like Blackpool Council to enhance service provision in local communities.

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Notice Title

GB-Blackpool: TPPL Blackpool Council BNES Bus Lot 3 - 4 x Low Floor Accessible Buses (25722)

Notice Description

4 x Low Floor Minibuses

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1024ffd6-9f44-4ef9-a6ba-4938fdcef9f9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98a23d4a-7d29-4e91-a659-4468e8893286
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34114400 - Minibuses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£498,611 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£498,611 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
20 May 2025 - 21 Jun 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKPOOL COUNCIL
Contact Name
Adamene Stubbs
Contact Email
adamene.stubbs@blackpool.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01253476197

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY3 7HW
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Layton
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WN VTECH T/A MELLOR COACHCRAFT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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