Tender

OPPORTUNITY - TAVI3132 - AAIB Forklift/Teletruk

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfT) is inviting tenders for the purchase of a telehandler or hybrid telehandler/counterbalance type forklift truck with extendable arm capabilities, required to enhance load moving safety and capacity within hangars. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Forklift trucks, works trucks, railway-station platforms tractors" (CPV 42415000), with delivery locations spanning from the United Kingdom to global addresses. The tender process is currently at the tender stage with an open procedure, and the tender submission deadline is set for 3rd March 2025, at 12:00 PM. The contract is anticipated to commence on 31st March 2025 and conclude by 30th June 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in industrial equipment or materials handling solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. Companies capable of providing innovative telehandler technology with a focus on safety, compact maneuverability, and high load capacity could see substantial business growth through this contract, particularly by serving governmental clients and expanding their market reach globally. The open procedure ensures a transparent and competitive bidding process, offering a level playing field for all eligible suppliers.

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Notice Title

OPPORTUNITY - TAVI3132 - AAIB Forklift/Teletruk

Notice Description

Purchase of telehandler or hybrid telehandler/counterbalance type fork lift truck, with an extendable arm and tiltable carriage to 100deg or more would allow wreckage to be safely removed from the forks with an overall load capacity of 3500kg and up to lift capacity of 2200kg at 2m. Would prefer hybrid telehandler/forklift tech allowing for reach and extension but with a small turning circle for work in very confined areas and access into containers. This telehander/fork truck is necessary to increase the safe load moving ability and capacity in the hangars Additional information: Purchase of telehandler or hybrid telehandler/counterbalance type fork lift truck, with an extendable arm and tiltable carriage to 100deg or more would allow wreckage to be safely removed from the forks with an overall load capacity of 3500kg and up to lift capacity of 2200kg at 2m. Would prefer hybrid telehandler/forklift tech allowing for reach and extension but with a small turning circle for work in very confined areas and access into containers. This telehander/fork truck is necessary to increase the safe load moving ability and capacity in the hangars

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-10e57992-8504-4c2e-a573-0c968f540bc3
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fb5adcf-b7a8-458d-9891-4e3355323d1f
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42415000 - Forklift trucks, works trucks, railway-station platforms tractors

42415110 - Forklift trucks

42965100 - Warehouse management system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Mar 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WESTMINSTER
Postcode
SW1P 2AA
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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