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Supply and installation of Eight Solar Bus Shelters. Mini competition under DPS ref 2021-019 for Supply and Installation of Bus Stop Infrastructure - AWARD

MILTON KEYNES CITY COUNCIL

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03 Feb 2026 at 10:15

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Summary of the contracting process

Milton Keynes City Council (MKCC) has completed the procurement process for the supply and installation of eight solar-powered bus shelters, part of an initiative to enhance public transport infrastructure. The tender, categorised under "Bus shelters" within the goods industry, was conducted using a selective procurement method through a restricted procedure. The contract, awarded to Bus Shelters Limited, commenced on 1st January 2026 and is set to conclude by 31st May 2026. This procurement covers installations across several UK and international locations, with the main focus on Milton Keynes.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in sustainable and innovative urban infrastructure solutions. Companies capable of delivering custom-designed, energy-efficient products such as solar-powered installations would find this project particularly advantageous. Though this specific tender has concluded, similar future initiatives would benefit businesses adept at integrating green technology in public utilities, contributing to urban development, and improving passenger amenities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and installation of Eight Solar Bus Shelters. Mini competition under DPS ref 2021-019 for Supply and Installation of Bus Stop Infrastructure - AWARD

Notice Description

Milton Keynes City Council (MKCC) is seeking to procure eight solar-powered bus shelters as part of its ongoing commitment to improving public transport infrastructure. Where suitable locations are identified, MKCC will replace existing shelters with new shelters equipped with integrated solar power units. This initiative aims to create a safer, more welcoming, and energy-efficient waiting environment for passengers across the city.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4a6ceb26-fe33-48c6-8eab-176726ae3694
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f073a8a8-2409-4676-b5ef-6def35b727a1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44212321 - Bus shelters

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,040 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 May 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
MILTON KEYNES CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK9 3EJ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BUS SHELTERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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