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GB-Tyne: TPPL Newcastle City Council HCC Lot 2 - 2 x Nissan Townstar Electric Vans (31175)

NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL

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15 May 2026 at 14:20

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Summary of the contracting process

Newcastle City Council has completed the procurement process for the acquisition of two Nissan Townstar Electric Vans, classified under the industry category for vans (CPV: 34136000). This award, part of the TPPL Newcastle City Council HCC Lot 2, took place in the North East, United Kingdom. Key dates include the award status being active as of April 30, 2026, with the contract period commencing on May 1, 2026, and concluding on June 1, 2026. The procurement, with a value of £43,467.34, was conducted without a specified procurement method and has been awarded to Lookers Group, a large-scale supplier.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the supply of electric vehicles, particularly those with experience serving local government contracts. While the procurement has been awarded to a large supplier, SMEs and other business entities could explore similar opportunities in future tenders by Newcastle City Council or look to collaborate with large organisations like the Lookers Group. This procurement aligns with broader transitions towards sustainable, green fleets, positioning companies in the electric vehicle sector for growth and increased market presence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Tyne: TPPL Newcastle City Council HCC Lot 2 - 2 x Nissan Townstar Electric Vans (31175)

Notice Description

2 x Nissan Townstar Electric Vans

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d302d88b-dbeb-4daf-96ec-fe51099a3f63
Current Stage
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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
£43,467 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£43,467 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 1 Jun 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
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE
Postcode
NE1 8QH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
Electoral Ward
Monument
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOOKERS GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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