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GB-Bedford: TPPL Central Bedfordshire BNES Bus Lot 2 - 4 x 16 Seat Van Conversion Minibuses (27642)

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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02 Oct 2025 at 11:20

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "GB-Bedford: TPPL Central Bedfordshire BNES Bus Lot 2 - 4 x 16 Seat Van Conversion Minibuses (27642)" was conducted by Central Bedfordshire Council. This tender falls under the industry category of minibuses and is located in the East of England, United Kingdom. The tender process progressed to the award stage with a contract value of £352,000. Key dates include the tender period ending on 2nd September 2025 and the contract period spanning from 5th September to 5th October 2025. The procurement method details were not specified.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle manufacturing and modification, particularly those adept in van conversion. The supplier awarded the contract is Treka Bus Limited, a large-scale business, indicating that this tender may be more suitable for larger enterprises with the capacity for such projects. Companies looking to expand in the public transport sector, particularly in the provision of specialised minibuses, would find participating in similar tenders beneficial for business growth and market presence. Engaging with local government tenders like this can also strengthen partnerships and increase visibility in public sector procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Bedford: TPPL Central Bedfordshire BNES Bus Lot 2 - 4 x 16 Seat Van Conversion Minibuses (27642)

Notice Description

4 x 16 Seat Van Conversion Minibuses

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c8d1242f-2716-46bc-85ee-b020d76112ed
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3ced4f84-14e1-4215-94eb-93a956141d7f
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34114400 - Minibuses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£352,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£352,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
4 Sep 2025 - 5 Oct 2025 30 days
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
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK42 9QG
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Cauldwell
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TREKA BUS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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