Award

Conversion of Vehicle for Lincolnshire Police

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LINCOLNSHIRE

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Award

13 May 2025 at 09:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Lincolnshire involved the conversion of vehicles specifically for the Lincolnshire Police. This contract falls under the motor vehicle conversion services category and was conducted through a direct procurement method, described as a single tender action below the threshold. The project was located in Lincoln, with the postal code LN5 7PH, and was valued at £148,020.28. The tendering phase concluded on 30th April 2025, with the contract period spanning only on the 13th May 2025. The procurement process had reached the award stage by 13th May 2025, when Cartwright Vehicle Conversions Ltd was identified as the successful supplier.

This tender presents an opportunity for SMEs interested in vehicle conversion services to engage in specialised projects within law enforcement. The contract, although already awarded, highlights a growing market where small to medium enterprises can potentially compete by offering bespoke conversion services for police vehicles. Firms with expertise in this niche sector may find similar future opportunities through maintaining awareness of public procurement needs and responding to tender calls from local authorities or crime commissioners. It emphasises the importance of being prepared to meet specific requirements promptly, given the rapid contract timeline seen here.

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Notice Title

Conversion of Vehicle for Lincolnshire Police

Notice Description

Conversion of UWST Vehicle for Lincolnshire Police

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6f5a6044-6861-4487-ac4f-c07fefa0dbc6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbe54059-925b-4457-9fb4-8adecbc3b7ea
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
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

50117100 - Motor vehicle conversion services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£148,020 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£148,020 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
12 May 2025 - 13 May 2025 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LINCOLNSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN2 2LT
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
West Lindsey
Electoral Ward
Nettleham
Westminster Constituency
Gainsborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CARTWRIGHT VEHICLE CONVERSIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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