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02 Jul 2026 at 10:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Gateshead Council for the provision of "TPPL Gateshead Council HCC Lot 2 - 2 x 3.5t Ford Tipper" has reached the award stage. This tender falls under the industry category of "Tipper trucks" with a CPV code of 34134200. Located in the North East region of the United Kingdom, the contract was awarded to Lookers Group, with the contract period starting on 2nd July 2026 and concluding on 2nd August 2026. The procurement was initiated on a tender basis, although specific procurement method details were not provided. The total contract value stands at £81,353.04 GBP.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses specializing in the automotive sector, particularly those focusing on heavy-duty vehicles such as tipper trucks. Large suppliers with the capability to fulfil such specific requirements would find this procurement opportunity beneficial. Although the tender was not specified as suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, businesses with a broad operational scale may find potential growth through similar contracts with public organisations like Gateshead Council. Engaging in government tenders can enhance business reputation and provide stable revenue streams, thereby fostering sustainable growth.

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Notice Title

GB-Gateshead: TPPL Gateshead Council HCC Lot 2 - 2 x 3.5t Ford Tipper (30120)

Notice Description

Spec 1 - 2 x 3.5t Ford Tipper

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-878a4bd1-cc35-4876-b6b3-6ae58c4b79af
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc4d98df-6243-433f-adb4-5091ea80ed6d
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34134200 - Tipper trucks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£81,353 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£81,353 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 2 Aug 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
GATESHEAD COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 1HH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOOKERS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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