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AT1211 Luton Council PCR15 Direct Award Approach of Refuse Vehicles (RCV's) in compliance with TPPL/ NEPO Framework ref NEPO224 Lot 2 Refuse collection conversions up to 44T

LUTON COUNCIL

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14 Nov 2025 at 11:41

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Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council has completed a procurement process for the direct award of 10 refuse collection vehicles (RCVs) under the PCR15 Direct Award Approach, in compliance with the TPPL/NEPO Framework (ref NEPO224 Lot 2). The awarded contract, valued at £3,107,157.60, was made to Faun Zoeller Limited, a large supplier based in Worcestershire. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Special-purpose motor vehicles" and the procurement method was a direct award, ensuring compliance and value for money within the framework. The contract period commenced on 14th October 2025 and is set to conclude on 13th October 2033. The vehicles will be delivered to Luton and potentially other locations including the Channel Islands, Europe, and the British Overseas Territories.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of specialised motor vehicles, especially those focusing on refuse collection systems. Companies that have the capabilities to supply innovative vehicle solutions compliant with public sector frameworks would find this procurement appealing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with an established record in providing cost-effective and compliant vehicle solutions could also thrive in similar procurement environments through competitive bidding, thereby fostering business growth and exploring new market opportunities within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AT1211 Luton Council PCR15 Direct Award Approach of Refuse Vehicles (RCV's) in compliance with TPPL/ NEPO Framework ref NEPO224 Lot 2 Refuse collection conversions up to 44T

Notice Description

Luton Council is undertaking a PCR15 Direct Award Approach, of 10 x Refuse Vehicles (RCV's) in compliance with TPPL/ NEPO Framework ref NEPO224 Lot 2 Refuse collection conversions up to 44T, to Ranked 3 Framework Supplier FZUK. In making a direct award offer the supplier will demonstrate that value for money and full compliance with the framework and Councils conditions have been achieved.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-34738f5e-6bbb-4ace-978d-0369cbc5de75
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f44323f3-337d-4994-a628-9516666d348a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

34144000 - Special-purpose motor vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£99,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,107,157 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
13 Oct 2025 - 13 Oct 2033 Over 5 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
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FAUN ZOELLER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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