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GB-Woodbridge: 2718-FW-DA - East Suffolk HCC Lot 2 - 5 x Ford Transit Vans

EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL

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10 Dec 2025 at 15:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "GB-Woodbridge: 2718-FW-DA - East Suffolk HCC Lot 2 - 5 x Ford Transit Vans" was managed by East Suffolk Council, based in Woodbridge, UK. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically for vans (CPV code: 34136000), to be delivered in the East of England. The process is in the award stage, with the contract beginning on 2nd December 2025 and concluding on 2nd January 2026. The procurement process has been completed, with a total contract value of £178,191.65. The award was made to Ford Retail T/A Trust Ford, a large-scale supplier, on 1st December 2025, and officially published on 10th December 2025. No specific procurement method was detailed for this tender.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the automotive sector, particularly those capable of supplying commercial vehicles like vans. As the contract has been awarded to a large supplier, similar businesses capable of providing fleet services could find similar opportunities through public procurement processes by demonstrating competitive pricing and reliable delivery capabilities. Additionally, businesses specialising in fleet management or those located in the East of England can benefit from potential collaborative opportunities with local councils, thereby facilitating business growth within the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Woodbridge: 2718-FW-DA - East Suffolk HCC Lot 2 - 5 x Ford Transit Vans

Notice Description

5 x Ford Transit Vans

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d75a2a74-08f3-4629-bcc3-c55cbfc5c7d9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff52f0a8-cb5d-4383-94f1-17816e3d65cc
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

34136000 - Vans

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£178,191 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£178,191 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
2 Dec 2025 - 2 Jan 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
EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOODBRIDGE
Postcode
IP12 1RT
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Melton
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FORD RETAIL T/A TRUST FORD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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