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Summary of the contracting process

The Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service has completed the procurement process for the provision of vehicle repairs, focusing on fleet management, repair and maintenance services within the fire service sector. The contract, valued at £150,000, has been awarded to A P Fleet Services Limited, and will operate from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2030. This contract encompasses the collection and transportation of damaged fire service vehicles from the Merseyside and Wirral area for repair, followed by their return. The procurement followed a selective method in form of a call-off from a framework agreement, with key dates such as the award being finalised on 12th June 2026.

This procurement presents significant business opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in automotive repair and fleet management services, as indicated by the preference for SME suppliers. Engagement in this tender allows businesses to establish long-term relationships within the public sector and demonstrate their capability in handling critical fleet requirements for public service vehicles. The strategic location in the North West of England, along with a focus on reliable service delivery, makes it a lucrative opportunity for businesses aiming to grow within this sector.

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Notice Title

Provision of Vehicle Repairs

Notice Description

Vehicle Repairs. the collection and transportation of the Authority's damaged Fire Service Vehicle(s) from locations within the Merseyside and Wirral area to the Supplier's premises for repair when authorised by the Authority's representative. Upon completion of the repaired vehicle(s) the Supplier will be required to deliver the repaired vehicle(s) to the Authority's premises.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-15a8d55b-9efe-413d-a0ca-bac460476b5c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ba8e77e6-6e83-4d71-a81c-d5577c3b0180
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50111000 - Fleet management, repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEYSIDE FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L30 4YD
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Netherton and Orrell
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

A P FLEET SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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