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GB-Durham: TPPL Durham County Council HCC Lot 2 - 4 x Vans(29588)

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

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20 Mar 2026 at 14:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Durham County Council, located in North East, United Kingdom, involved a tender for the acquisition of four vans, categorised under the industry classification 'Vans' (CPV code: 34136000). The contract value was approximately £72,078.80. This process reached the award stage with the contract being officially published on 20th March 2026, subsequent to the active award dated 13th March 2026. The contract period spanned from 14th March 2026 to 14th April 2026. The tendering process followed a method not explicitly specified and was classified under the 'goods' procurement category.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in vehicle manufacturing, distribution, or sales, particularly those capable of supplying vans. Although the tender was awarded to Lookers Group, a large supplier based out of Harrogate, it indicates the potential for similar public procurement initiatives by Durham County Council. Businesses aligned with the automotive industry could leverage these opportunities for growth, especially those interested in establishing or expanding their footprint in the public sector. Since the procurement was not specifically tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, larger suppliers may find this sector more accessible.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Durham: TPPL Durham County Council HCC Lot 2 - 4 x Vans(29588)

Notice Description

4 x Vans

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-949d6457-0a59-474b-ba68-44313da02c57
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/181faa17-4c06-4228-8e4a-7f97e8c5f16f
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

34136000 - Vans

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£72,078 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£72,078 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Mar 2026 - 14 Apr 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
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UL
Post Town
Durham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOOKERS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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