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Liquid Fuels Tender

WIGAN COUNCIL

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01 Apr 2026 at 09:30

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14 Jan 2026 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Wigan Council involves a tender titled "Liquid Fuels Tender," focusing on petroleum products, fuel, electricity, and other sources of energy. This selective procurement method involves a call-off from a framework agreement, serving the North West region of the United Kingdom. The contract period runs from 22nd November 2025 to 21st November 2026, with the tender period having ended on 4th November 2025. The procurement has reached the award stage with the contract being awarded to Standard Fuel Oils Ltd, and the award notice published on 14th January 2026. The contract carries a significant value of £125,000,000, emphasising the importance of reliable fuel supply for council operations.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth to businesses involved in the energy industry, particularly those specialising in fuel supply and delivery. Small and medium-sized enterprises stand to benefit, provided they can meet the council's operational requirements for fuel provision and delivery services. Given the scale and scope of the contract, businesses offering vehicle refuelling services in the North West region have a chance to expand their market presence and strengthen their relationship with public sector organisations like Wigan Council. Engaging in this procurement process allows businesses to secure a long-term, high-value contract that supports sustainable expansion within the energy sector.

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Notice Title

Liquid Fuels Tender

Notice Description

The provision of purchasing and delivery of fuels and additives. Fuel suppliers are critical to the Council in delivering front line operational services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3cdd2e51-f06f-4be0-86cb-33a4fce181ad
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf7e281d-3ec5-474c-bbd2-86a21a6ff5cd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

63712600 - Vehicle refuelling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£125,000,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Nov 20255 months ago
Contract Period
22 Nov 2025 - 21 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WIGAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WIGAN
Postcode
WN1 1YN
Post Town
Wigan
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Wigan
Electoral Ward
Wigan Central
Westminster Constituency
Wigan

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STANDARD FUEL OILS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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