Contract for the Provision of Refuse Collection Vehicles

LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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PlanningUpdate

18 May 2026 at 09:05

Planning

22 May 2025 at 08:43

Summary of the contracting process

Lincolnshire County Council is planning a procurement process for a significant framework titled "Contract for the Provision of Refuse Collection Vehicles." The procurement falls under the goods category and is planned for delivery to partners in the Lincolnshire and Yorkshire regions. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, as updated in May 2026, with the framework contract period set to begin on 18th July 2027 and end on 17th July 2031. The contract is valued at £40,000,000 and utilises a single supplier framework agreement. Key dates include a future notice expected by 20th January 2027, giving businesses a timeline to prepare for participation.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and supply of refuse and refuse-compaction vehicles. Companies capable of providing comprehensive training for workshop fitters, drivers, and loaders, alongside spare parts, will be well-positioned to compete in this process. Collaboration with designated Transport Managers will also be vital, making this tender an attractive proposition for firms with strong client relations capabilities and expertise in logistical coordination. Engaging in this procurement process could significantly boost market presence and growth within the UK public sector for suitable businesses.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Contract for the Provision of Refuse Collection Vehicles

Notice Description

Lincolnshire County Councils has established a single supplier framework agreement for the provision of a range of Refuse Collection Vehicles (RCV's)for delivery to the named Partners within Lincolnshire and Yorkshire. The Supplier is responsible for providing all RCV types as detailed in the specification, including training for workshop fitters, drivers and loaders, and provision of parts for the term of the Framework Contract. The successful Supplier will also be required to liaise closely with the designated Transport Manager of each of the Partners.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051ca0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045233-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34144500 - Vehicles for refuse and sewage

34144510 - Vehicles for refuse

34144511 - Refuse-collection vehicles

34144512 - Refuse-compaction vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Jan 20277 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Jul 2027 - 17 Jul 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LINCOLN
Postcode
LN1 1YL
Post Town
Lincoln
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF3 Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF30 Lincolnshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF3 Lincolnshire

Local Authority
Lincoln
Electoral Ward
Carholme
Westminster Constituency
Lincoln

Further Information

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