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Purchase of a Fleet of New Ride on Mowers

NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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20 Jan 2026 at 09:38

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Summary of the contracting process

North East Lincolnshire Council recently completed a procurement process for the purchase of a fleet of up to nine new ride-on mowers, with the contract awarded in four separate lots. The procurement was conducted under an open procedure and reached the award stage, as of 20th January 2026. This process aimed to provide equipment suitable for the maintenance of verges, highways, and parks in various environments across North East Lincolnshire. The procurement stage concluded with the awarding of a contract to Ernest Doe & Sons Ltd, with the contract period running from 13th August 2025 to 12th August 2027. The maximum contract value is £221,715, and the mowers will be delivered to multiple locations, including areas in and outside the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents a robust opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing and supply of mowing equipment, particularly those capable of fulfilling orders across varied geographical areas. It is well-suited for companies that cater to local councils or large-scale maintenance operations looking to expand their client base. With multiple lots available and an emphasis on providing cutting-edge, efficient machinery for public space maintenance, businesses that specialise in such equipment may find valuable growth prospects through engaging contracts such as this one. Moreover, the open procedure allows numerous suppliers to participate, making it an ideal opportunity for small and medium enterprises to compete and enhance their market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of a Fleet of New Ride on Mowers

Notice Description

North East Lincolnshire Council is seeking to purchase a Fleet of up to 9 (nine) New Ride on Mowers. The contracts for the fleet will be awarded in 4 Lots. Tenderers may bid for one, some or all Lots: Lot 1 - Supply of one (1) New Ride on Mower with High Lift Box Lot 2 - Supply of two (2) New Ride On Mowers with Electric Tip Box Lot 3 - Supply of four (4) New Ride On Cylinder Mowers Lot 4 - Supply of Two (2) New Ride On Zero Turn Mowers The Vehicles must be fit and suitable for their principal purpose of maintaining verges, highways, parks and open spaces in the various environments of North East Lincolnshire.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84541af0-20a4-4f79-b266-33bf1a96f9e7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

16 - Agricultural machinery

CPV Codes

16310000 - Mowers

16311100 - Lawn, park or sports-ground mowers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£221,715 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£221,715 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
12 Aug 2025 - 12 Aug 2027 1-2 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
NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@nelincs.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GRIMSBY, NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE
Postcode
DN31 1HU
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North East Lincolnshire
Electoral Ward
West Marsh
Westminster Constituency
Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERNEST DOE & SONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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