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2 x MAN Panel Vans (Water & Animal Rescue)

AVON FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE

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05 Nov 2025 at 12:24

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Avon Fire & Rescue Service contracting MAN Truck & Bus UK Limited for the provision and conversion of two MAN Panel Vans specifically for water and animal rescue operations. This falls under the industry category of "Specialist vehicles" within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The contract was awarded in the Award stage, with the procurement being executed through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates to note include the tender period end on 1st October 2025, the contract start on 8th October 2025, and its completion on 1st February 2026. The total contract value is £142,867.20.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in vehicle provision and customisation, particularly those specialising in bespoke vehicle solutions such as emergency vehicles. The project caters to small to medium enterprises (SMEs) due to its specific suitability criteria, offering an avenue for business growth within emergency services support sectors. Companies experienced in working with public sector clients and those capable of delivering high-standard vehicle modification services would be well-positioned to compete and thrive in such tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

2 x MAN Panel Vans (Water & Animal Rescue)

Notice Description

Provision & conversion of 2 x TGE Panel Van Wheelbase Super High Roof for Animal Rescue & Water Rescue purchase through the CCS Fleet Portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-31acce71-663b-46b7-862e-f06783817c48
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6f3fbc7-f5ac-4a58-9156-7f53eeab770e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34114000 - Specialist vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£142,867 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£142,867 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
7 Oct 2025 - 1 Feb 2026 1-6 months
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
AVON FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS20 8JJ
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK61 North Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
North Somerset
Electoral Ward
Portishead West
Westminster Constituency
North Somerset

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MAN TRUCK & BUS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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