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GB-Cheltenham: TPPL Ubico - Cheltenham Borough Council - NEPO GM & P Lot 2 - 2 x 2.5t Diesel Counterbalance Forklift Truck (New) (27783)

CHELTENHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL

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30 Jan 2026 at 15:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was managed by Cheltenham Borough Council for the acquisition of two 2.5-tonne diesel counterbalance forklift trucks. The procurement falls under the industry category of Forklift trucks and is targeted for the South West region of the United Kingdom. The process is currently in the award stage, with the award notice published on 30th January 2026. The contract commenced on 16th January 2026 and is set to conclude on 16th February 2026. The total contract value is £89,680.50, and the procurement method details were not specified. This opportunity was part of the NEPO GM & P Lot 2 framework.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply and manufacturing of industrial vehicles, particularly those offering goods such as forklift trucks. Large-scale companies with established capabilities in meeting municipal equipment needs would find this contract well-suited to their operations. Such businesses could leverage their expertise to deliver on similar future contracts, expanding their market reach within the public sector. While the suitability for SMEs and VCSEs was not indicated, larger suppliers can benefit significantly from engaging with public sector clients like Cheltenham Borough Council, solidifying their presence in regional and local government procurement markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Cheltenham: TPPL Ubico - Cheltenham Borough Council - NEPO GM & P Lot 2 - 2 x 2.5t Diesel Counterbalance Forklift Truck (New) (27783)

Notice Description

2 x 2.5t Diesel Counterbalance Forklift Truck (New)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7147f9ed-6d17-48b4-a168-e8586baf5595
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf0e72be-9726-4b41-8933-eca2f0cd45c9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42415110 - Forklift trucks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£89,680 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£89,680 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
16 Jan 2026 - 16 Feb 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
CHELTENHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHELTENHAM
Postcode
GL50 9SA
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK73 Gloucestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Cheltenham
Electoral Ward
College
Westminster Constituency
Cheltenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

B & B TRACTORS (BOWRING TRANSPORT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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