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Gritters Purchase - ESPO Framework 215_24 Specialist Vehicles Lot 4-Mini Competition

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL

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07 Oct 2025 at 10:47

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Summary of the contracting process

Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council has recently completed a procurement process for the purchase of gritters under the ESPO Framework 215_24 Specialist Vehicles Lot 4 through an open procedure. The tender, titled "Gritters Purchase - ESPO Framework 215_24 Specialist Vehicles Lot 4-Mini Competition," falls under the industry category of specialist vehicles and is valued at £364,689.70. With Econ Engineering Ltd being awarded the contract on 24th September 2025, the procurement stage has reached completion. The contract period is set to commence from 7th October 2025 and conclude on 31st March 2027, with deliveries expected across locations in England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and supply of specialist vehicles, particularly those focused on goods production. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) stand to benefit significantly due to the suitability criteria meeting their participation. Engaging in such procurement processes can enhance business growth by securing substantial contracts with local government authorities, boosting revenue and fostering long-term partnerships within the public sector. This initiative underscores the potential for sustained market engagement and expansion for businesses capable of delivering high-quality vehicles to meet regional needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gritters Purchase - ESPO Framework 215_24 Specialist Vehicles Lot 4-Mini Competition

Notice Description

Econ Engineering Limited

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1115fe2a-8e34-4e17-91d9-859379f5232c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/073d3843-c6d2-4e96-8b3c-89b2d74d37ec
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34114000 - Specialist vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£364,689 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£364,689 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
6 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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 0BA
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ECON ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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