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Replacement Vehicles

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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22 Apr 2025 at 15:26

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, involves the acquisition of replacement vehicles to support range trials and business operations. Titled "Replacement Vehicles", this procurement falls under the industry category of motor vehicles (CPV 34100000). The contract was concluded with Arnold Clark Finance Limited and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is complete, with the award notice published on 22nd April 2025. The contract, which began on 8th April 2025, is set to run until 7th April 2028. This procurement utilised a selective procurement method, namely a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, with a total contract value of £31,667.04.

This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in automotive supply and maintenance, particularly those offering diesel vehicles fitting the specified criteria. Small and medium-sized enterprises may find this type of tender an excellent opportunity due to its suitability for them. Enterprises located within or capable of serving the South West region of the UK and those with expertise in providing vehicle maintenance might be well-suited to compete for such tenders in the future. Such engagement would not only offer increased revenues but also foster relationships with government bodies like the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Replacement Vehicles

Notice Description

Two vehicles over 3 years old were in need of replacing to support range trials and business operations. Vehicle requirements: The vehicle needs to seat 5 persons Diesel All round windows Not Petrol The vehicle maintenance has been included in the purchase.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cee05be0-4d8a-49cc-8dae-8aa19ea225f6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d770f55e-6c51-4c4e-82c7-42987962c833
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£31,667 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£31,667 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
7 Apr 2025 - 7 Apr 2028 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
DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
comrclfm&bss@dstl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP4 0JQ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARNOLD CLARK FINANCE

Further Information

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