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Liquid Fuels

LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL

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24 Mar 2026 at 11:52

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the supply of liquid fuels has been completed by Lancaster City Council, operating under a restricted procedure. The contract, valued at £511,000, falls within the goods category and is classified under the CPV code for fuels. The tender period ended on 26 February 2026, with the contract beginning on 17 March 2026 and scheduled to conclude by 17 March 2029. This procurement opportunity was available for delivery across various regions, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, British Overseas Territories, Isle of Man, Europe, and the Rest of the World. Lancaster City Council, located at Lancaster Town Hall, Dalton Square, Lancaster, led the process, with contact managed by Scott Cunningham.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of liquid fuels, particularly SMEs, as Lancaster City Council demonstrates procurement accessibility to smaller enterprises. The competitive process, awarded to Standard Fuel Oils Ltd, highlights the potential for similar businesses to leverage such contracts for expansion in diverse regions. Companies specialising in fuel supply with robust logistical capabilities are ideally positioned to benefit from these kinds of procurement opportunities, fostering long-term growth through sustained engagement with public entities. Such contracts can support operational scaling and international reach, especially for those looking to strengthen their portfolio in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Liquid Fuels

Notice Description

Supply of liquid fuels

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/771840e6-5ce3-4292-910a-6dcf227a662e
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
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy


CPV Codes

09100000 - Fuels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£511,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£511,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 Mar 2026 - 17 Mar 2029 3-4 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
LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 1PJ
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STANDARD FUEL OILS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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