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25 Jun 2026 at 08:10

Summary of the contracting process

Derby City Council has completed the procurement process for the supply of five new Toro ride-on mowers, specifically targeted for the mowers category under the CPV classification 16310000. The procurement falls within the goods sector, with the contract taking place in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The tender process, initiated on 6th May 2026 and concluded on 18th June 2026, resulted in an active award valued at £249,500. This contract is a notable acquisition by Derby City Council, showing proactive investment in maintaining public and recreational spaces.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply and maintenance of landscaping equipment, particularly those who can provide innovative solutions or superior customer support. Although this specific tender has concluded, businesses that specialise in robust and efficient machinery will find similar opportunities within municipal maintenance projects. Companies that maintain strong partnerships with local councils and can navigate the tender process efficiently will thrive in this competitive landscape.

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Notice Title

GB-Derby: TPPL Derby City Council NEPO GM & P Lot 1 - 5 x Toro Ride-on Mowers (New) (31864)

Notice Description

5 x Toro Ride-on Mowers (New)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4f699a17-d475-4e55-9441-5fc274b1402c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/59df39a4-7673-46f2-bcb7-8d24cb3fcb3b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

16 - Agricultural machinery


CPV Codes

16310000 - Mowers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£249,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£249,500 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 18 Jun 2026 1-6 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
DERBY CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE21 4BD
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Chaddesden West
Westminster Constituency
Derby North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RUSSELL GROUP GROUNDCARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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