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Conversion of Bespoke and Specialist Vehicles

POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DURHAM

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03 Apr 2025 at 09:46

Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Durham has completed a procurement process under the title "Conversion of Bespoke and Specialist Vehicles." The procurement falls within the services industry category, specifically focusing on motor vehicle conversion services as per CPV code 50117100. Conducted through a direct award from the CCS Framework RM6244, this process encompasses specification design, body build, testing, and associated maintenance for vehicles. The procurement method used was without prior publication of a call for competition, classified as outside the scope of standard directives. Key dates include the contract signing on 1st April 2025 and an initial period that may be extended by two additional 12-month periods, ending on 31st March 2029. The procurement took place in the region UKC1 in the United Kingdom.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in vehicle conversion services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in vehicle design, body build, and conversion testing are well-suited to benefit from such frameworks. AJ Engineering Services Ltd, based in Manchester, has been awarded the contract, highlighting the possibilities for similar businesses to secure future contracts through direct awards under established frameworks like CCS RM6244. Engaging in such public procurement processes can enhance business portfolios, offer financial stability, and promote long-term growth within the vehicle services industry.

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Notice Title

Conversion of Bespoke and Specialist Vehicles

Notice Description

Direct award from CCS Framework RM6244 Lot 10 of the CCS RM6244 Framework enables access to a range of conversion services including specification design, body build, testing and associated maintenance. Value estimated based on 1st year forecast. No future forecast is possible to calculate. Value will vary depending on use.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Lot 10 of the CCS RM6244 Framework enables access to a range of conversion services including specification design, body build, testing and associated maintenance.

Options: Contract includes 2 x 12 month optional extensions after initial period expiring on 31/03/2029

Procurement Information

Direct award from CCS Framework RM6244 Lot 10 of the CCS RM6244 Framework enables access to a range of conversion services including specification design, body build, testing and associated maintenance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04fc79
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012716-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50117100 - Motor vehicle conversion services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£90,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Apr 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DURHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5TT
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC1 Tees Valley and Durham

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AJ ENGINEERING SERVICES

Further Information

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