Award

To supply 2 x fully operational 18 ton rigid body wagons.

SELLAFIELD LIMITED

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Award

17 Sep 2025 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

Sellafield Limited, a public authority operating under the sub-central government in the United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process for the supply of two fully operational 18-ton rigid body wagons. This procurement, categorized under 'goods' with a focus on works trucks, was conducted through a direct procurement method below the threshold, which allowed the contract to be awarded without competition. The tender, titled "To supply 2 x fully operational 18 ton rigid body wagons," was awarded to Dawsongroup Truck and Trailer Limited. The contract is active and was signed on 4th September 2025, with a service period from 5th to 6th September 2025, valued at GBP 110,000 excluding VAT.

This procurement presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the transport and logistics industry, particularly those specialising in the construction and supply of heavy-duty vehicles and related equipment. Companies similar in scope to Dawsongroup Truck and Trailer Limited, which manage large-scale operations and can supply specialised vehicles or equipment, could see potential growth by engaging in similar tenders. This contract underscores the demand for logistical solutions within the public sector, highlighting the importance of being responsive and competitive even for direct awards below the threshold, enhancing opportunities for large enterprises looking to secure similar contracts in the future.

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Notice Title

To supply 2 x fully operational 18 ton rigid body wagons.

Notice Description

2 x fully operational 18 ton rigid body wagons complete with general service tail lifts and fully enclosed body curtains.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059c75
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057425-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42415200 - Works trucks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
4 Sep 2025 - 6 Sep 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SELLAFIELD LIMITED
Contact Name
Laura Henderson
Contact Email
laura.l.henderson@sellafieldsites.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA3 6GR
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DAWSONGROUP TRUCK AND TRAILER

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