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Long Term Hire of 8 Vehicles for Accessible Homes Technicians

BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL

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Award

10 Sep 2025 at 16:15

Summary of the contracting process

Bristol City Council has conducted a procurement process under the title "Long Term Hire of 8 Vehicles for Accessible Homes Technicians," focusing on the motor vehicles industry category. The procurement was facilitated through a direct award to Days Rental via the TPPL Framework for Fleet Rental. This contract, valued at GBP 114,767, entails the supply of vehicles within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement has reached the award stage, with a completed status effective from 11th September 2025, extending until 31st August 2028. The direct procurement method ensured a streamlined process suited for immediate and specific needs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for car hire businesses capable of providing fleet solutions to public sector bodies. The contract's three-year term augments business stability and fosters long-term partnerships. While the opportunity was directly awarded in this instance, those SMEs positioned within the automotive supply chain could benefit from networking within frameworks like TPPL for future engagements. This illustrates how aligning with established procurement frameworks can facilitate entry into government contracts, providing enduring benefits to businesses capable of offering competitive and flexible rental solutions.

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Notice Title

Long Term Hire of 8 Vehicles for Accessible Homes Technicians

Notice Description

Long Term Hire of 8 Vehicles for Accessible Homes Technicians Direct award to Days Rental through TPPL (The Procurement Partnership Ltd) Framework for Fleet Rental (Ref: TPPLCKSL03 2025) via Lot 4 Longterm Flexible Rental

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-26e3111a-1f87-45db-b96f-18754ced4b6d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e7c9f635-4b9a-4e82-9f07-8bae7316e795
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£114,767 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£114,767 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
10 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 2-3 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
BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Jo Mealing
Contact Email
jo.mealing@bristol.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5TR
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CAR HIRE (DAYS OF SWANSEA) LTD T/A DAYS RENTAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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