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THE PURCHASE OF 61 LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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17 Mar 2026 at 13:55

Summary of the contracting process

Sunderland City Council recently awarded a contract for the purchase of 61 light commercial vehicles, concluding the tender process on 8th December 2025. This procurement, valued at £1,833,224.46, falls under the motor vehicles category for the transport of goods, specifically targeted to replace vehicles as part of their 2026 capital replacement plan. The successful supplier, Motus Group (UK) Ltd t/a Pentagon Derby, will deliver these vehicles to the North East region of the United Kingdom, with the contract period starting from 2nd March 2026 and ending on 30th September 2026. This tender was executed through a selective procurement method, involving a call-off from the TPPL framework agreement, underpinning Sunderland City Council's strategic approach to procurement.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle manufacturing and supply, particularly those that can offer light commercial variants up to 5 tonnes. It is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), providing potential growth opportunities through association with Sunderland City Council's strategic plans. Engaging in such contracts can bolster a company's reputation and market presence significantly. Moreover, firms experienced in fulfilling framework agreements would find this opportunity particularly advantageous, allowing them to showcase their capabilities in delivering bespoke vehicle solutions tailored to specific municipal needs.

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Notice Title

THE PURCHASE OF 61 LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

Notice Description

Call for Competition from the TPPL Framework reference TPPL HCC0P03 Lot 2 Light Commercial Vehicles up to 5t. Sunderland City Council are seeking a single Supplier that can provide 21 variants of a total of 61 Light Commercial vehicles as part of the 2026 capital replacement plan.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d4ba5503-2e48-4eb9-b362-4a620b1cd88f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcc68830-04c3-4a66-b765-d7665eb6b248
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34130000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of goods

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,833,224 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,833,224 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 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
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR1 3AA
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Millfield
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MOTUS GROUP (UK) LTD T/A PENTAGON DERBY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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