This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

12 Jun 2026 at 09:29

Award

27 May 2026 at 14:45

Tender

02 Feb 2026 at 16:39

Planning

05 Sep 2025 at 12:37

Summary of the contracting process

Translink, the public undertaking organisation based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, has completed the procurement process for the contract titled "Supply and Delivery of Liquid Fuel (2026-30)." The tender falls under the utilities category, specifically aimed at providing fuel for Translink's bus and rail operations with an anticipated need for 20 million litres of ULS Diesel for road use and 17 million litres of ULS Gas Oil for railway use per annum. The procurement followed a selective method under Northern Irish devolved regulations, utilising a competitive flexible procedure. This process culminated in an award announced on 12th June 2026, with the contract running from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2030 and options to extend up to 2033. The procurement stage, now at completion, began with planning and culminated in a substantial contract valued at £245 million.

The awarded contract to LCC Group Ltd presents significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in the supply and delivery of fuels. Companies with capabilities in handling large volumes and operating sophisticated logistical frameworks are best suited to compete. The competitive procedure allowed for flexibility, making it an attractive engagement for large firms capable of further adaptations, such as the installation of telemetry systems and offering alternative fuels like HVO. This contract underscores the potential for firms not only to secure substantial revenue streams but also to collaborate in utility services, contributing to an evolved energy supply landscape.

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Notice Title

Supply and Delivery of Liquid Fuel (2026-30)

Notice Description

The provision of the supply and delivery of liquid fuel for Translink's Bus and Rail operations. It is anticipated that the following volumes of fuel are required. Please note these are indicative annual volumes and are subject to change. * ULS Diesel for road use- 20 million litres per annum * ULS Gas Oil for Railway use - 17 million.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Scope of options detailed within the Scope and Specification document: supply of Fuel Tank Gauges and provision of alternative fuels.

Renewal: Up to 36 months after the end of the initial contract period (26-30).

Planning Information

Translink will review all expressions of interest received from the market place and will contact suitable suppliers to organise meeting via Teams or face-to-face before the engagement deadline of 03/10/2025.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0594f4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055557-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy


CPV Codes

09100000 - Fuels

09134200 - Diesel fuel

09134210 - Diesel fuel (0,2)

09134220 - Diesel fuel (EN 590)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£245,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£245,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
£245,000,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
£245,000,000 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
31 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
26 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
2033-01-03

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRANSLINK
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT2 7LX
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LCC GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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