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Provision of damage repairs for vehicles

POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

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17 Dec 2025 at 15:37

Summary of the contracting process

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire is proceeding with the contracting process to repair damage to fleet vehicles, specifically for the Northamptonshire Police. This procurement is classified under the "Car repair services" industry category and is set within the East Midlands of the United Kingdom. The contracting process, which has reached the award stage, involves a single tender action below the threshold value, with Steer Automotive as the chosen supplier. The contract, valued at up to £177,000 excluding VAT, will commence on 24th February 2025 and conclude on 23rd February 2026. The tender period ended on 1st February 2025. Business entities interested in this opportunity should note the potential for engagement up to the specified contract value, although the authority has no obligation to expend the full amount.

This tender provides ample opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle repair services to enhance their portfolio and secure a consistent range of work throughout the contract duration. Considering the procurement method as a direct single tender, businesses that are classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find the conditions favourable for participation, as the procurement process acknowledges suitability for SMEs. Vehicle repair service providers with expertise in the specified industry classifications can potentially benefit from expanding their clientele by catering to public sector needs. Participation in such public procurement processes can significantly contribute to business growth and bolster a company’s reputation within the industry.

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Notice Title

Provision of damage repairs for vehicles

Notice Description

Provision of damage repair to fleet vehicles for Northamptonshire Police. This is a call-off contract with an up to value of PS177,000 excluding VAT. The Authority has no commitment to spend the full amount.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-42684349-b093-4714-917b-d59d69fc09f1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f5a0484-31ff-47e6-8977-f91ce171cbca
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50112100 - Car repair services

50112110 - Body-repair services for vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£177,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2025 - 23 Feb 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
POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 6GS
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Brickhill and Queensway
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STEER AUTOMOTIVE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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