Tender

Library Vehicle - Purchase of

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

19 Jul 2021 at 09:05

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council is seeking to procure a Public Mobile Library vehicle, aimed at serving community groups across the region. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically classified as motor vehicles (CPV code 34100000). The tender is currently active, having been published on 19th July 2021, with a deadline for submissions set for 9th August 2021. The project focuses on environmentally friendly options for the vehicle, including electric, hybrid, and diesel chassis, and requires features such as solar panels, IT provisions, and foldable furniture. The contract period will commence from 29th August 2021 and continue until 31st March 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in vehicle manufacturing, especially those focused on sustainable transport solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, as the council is looking for innovative designs that meet their governmental climate change objectives. Companies with expertise in multifunctional vehicle design, renewable energy integration, and community-focused service delivery will find this procurement an attractive prospect for growth and collaboration with the local authority.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Library Vehicle - Purchase of

Notice Description

Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council wish to procure a Public Mobile Library which will incorporate the cleanest and greenest vehicle with the latest technology to provide a multifunctional space which will be used to serve community groups across the Borough. In order to ensure that we meet the requirements laid out in the Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council Climate Change Plan we will be considering EV, Hybrid and Diesel chassis options. Solar panels will be fitted to the roof of the vehicle to power auxiliary batteries and equipment. This multifunctional space will carry up to 3000 books with an approximate weight of 1500kg. It must also accommodate fold down tables/chairs to facilitate other events and use by community groups. Sufficient provision must be made for the use of IT by both staff and customers and the option of a Smartserve Kiosk will be explored. An induction loop is also essential. Fleet Operations and the Library Service will work with the successful supplier to agree the final design of the vehicle.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-10f0b5e0-10cf-4985-900d-8d188abdf51c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d606b8a-6be1-4503-974c-f40b5398831b
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Aug 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BE
Post Town
Chester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Further Information

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