This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

16 Feb 2026 at 09:16

Award

26 Jan 2026 at 08:57

Tender

10 Oct 2025 at 14:42

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council focuses on the acquisition of replacement vehicles, including panel vans, tippers, and pickups. Categorised under the goods industry, this procurement effort is located in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. The process has reached the award stage on 16th February 2026, with Hendy Group Limited selected as the supplier. Key dates include the contract signing on 13th February 2026 and the contract period running from 28th February 2026 to 27th February 2029. The procurement method used was an open procedure, signalling transparency and competitiveness, with the award valued at nearly £800,000 GBP.

For businesses seeking growth opportunities, this tender exemplifies potential in vehicle supply and associated logistical services. Given Hendy Group Limited's involvement, large-scale companies with experience in vehicle supply and fitout coordination are particularly well-suited for such contracts. Furthermore, small to medium enterprises could explore subcontracting options or future bids within similar procurement scopes, notably those offering competitive quality and pricing strategies. The open procedure implies significant bidding opportunities, as evidenced by 13 initial bids, underscoring a competitive landscape ideal for businesses aiming to establish strong client relationships with public authorities such as the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Replacement Vehicles - Panel Vans, Tippers, Pickups

Notice Description

Purchase 26 vehicles to replace existing vehicles. The vehicles will consist of 22 vans, 2 tippers and 2 x 4x4 pickups. Awarded supplier required to liaise with existing racking contractor, arranging delivery to them for fitout then onward delivery to BCP

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05acde
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013690-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£970,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£970,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£666,029 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£666,029 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jan 20267 months ago
Contract Period
28 Feb 2026 - 27 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BOURNEMOUTH
Postcode
BH2 6DY
Postcode Area
Bournemouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Delivery Location
TLK24 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Local Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Electoral Ward
Bournemouth Central
Westminster Constituency
Bournemouth West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HENDY GROUP LIMITED

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