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University of Bristol - Vehicle Hire Solutions

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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04 Mar 2026 at 15:32

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has completed the procurement process for “Vehicle Hire Solutions”, awarding the contract to Enterprise Rent-A-Car UK Limited. This contract encompasses the self-drive hire of vehicles using an online booking tool across several categories, including vehicles up to 3.5T, commercial vehicles up to 7.5T, and vehicles over 7.5T, along with car-sharing solutions. The procurement falls under the "Motor vehicles" industry category with a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement stage has reached the “Award” status, effective from 1 March 2026, and the contract period extends until 28 February 2029, with the potential to extend to February 2032. The delivery of services covers a wide geography, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Europe.

This tender provides robust opportunities for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in the growing vehicle hire industry. Businesses specialising in transportation and logistics, particularly those offering versatile vehicle hiring options and technological solutions for managing bookings, would find this contract a fitting opportunity to extend their market reach. Enterprise Rent-A-Car’s successful bid demonstrates the viability of large-scale operations capable of fulfilling extensive vehicle requirements across varied sectors and locations, highlighting significant growth prospects for firms adept in scalable service delivery. As the contract includes self-drive options and car-sharing schemes, businesses with a focus on innovative mobility solutions will find ample room for expansion and collaborative ventures.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

University of Bristol - Vehicle Hire Solutions

Notice Description

Self-drive vehicle-hire with the provision of an on-line booking tool. Contract with Enterprise will include: - Hire of vehicles up to 3.5T (Lot 1) - which includes cards, international hire, car share and 17 seaters. - Hire of commercial vehicles up o 7.5T (Lot 2) - including 4x4s, LCVs, minibuses and HGVs. - Hire of vehicles from 7.5T and above (Lot 3) - which includes tippers, dropsides and other specialist HGVs. - Car Share Solutions (Lot 5) - Supplier car sharing schemes/clubs. Contract awarded on a 3+1+1+1 year basis (Max contract period Feb 2032) Additional information: Contract awarded on a 3+1+1+1 year basis (Max contract period Feb 2032).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c22d4848-c02c-4e23-86fd-5ab77b81f722
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2029 3-4 years
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
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR

Further Information

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