Tender

Provision of Fuel Cards & Associated Services

BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Nov 2025 at 16:12

Summary of the contracting process

Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a supplier through an open procedure to provide fuel cards and associated services. These fuel cards will be usable at major multi-branded outlets, including supermarkets, supporting the council's operations involving a fleet of 217 vehicles and an additional 237 grounds maintenance equipment. The procurement falls under the fuels industry category, with services required within the UKD3 region. The contract is set to commence on 16 March 2026 and spans a minimum of two years, with potential extensions up to a five-year maximum. The tender process is currently active, with a submission deadline on 18 December 2025, and enquiries must be submitted by 10 December 2025. The total contract value is projected at £5,898,600 gross, making this a significant opportunity for fuel card providers.

This tender presents a lucrative business opportunity particularly for suppliers specialised in the provision of fuel cards that can accommodate diverse vehicle types, including HGVs and light commercial vehicles. Companies capable of providing efficient and broad-coverage fuel purchasing solutions are well-suited for this opportunity. The contract's substantial value and the potential for extensions offer a stable and long-term growth possibility. SMEs are invited to participate, providing an inclusive environment for smaller businesses to compete based on criteria such as quality, social value, and pricing. The open procurement method ensures fair competition, emphasising quality and price as key award criteria, allowing new entrants with innovative solutions to capture the business.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Fuel Cards & Associated Services

Notice Description

The Borough Council of Bolton (the Authority) is looking for a suitable Supplier to provide the Authority with the provision of Fuel Cards which can be used at major multi-branded outlets, including supermarkets. On average the Authority uses 797,200 litres of fuel per annum across 389 cards. Please note the Authority in no way guarantees this spend during the term of the Contract. The Authority currently operates an overall fleet of 217 vehicles supporting services such as Refuse Collection Vehicles, Highways Maintenance, Street Sweeping and Grounds Maintenance. These services all include a mixture of cars, vans, HGV and Light Commercial vehicles which run on standard diesel. There are also 237 grounds maintenance and plant equipment which run on unleaded fuels. The contract period will be for two (2) years with the option to extend for up to an additional two (2) years and thereafter for an additional period of one (1) year up to a maximum period of five (5) years. It is intended for the contract to commence 16 March 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract period will be for two (2) years with the option to extend for up to an additional two (2) years and thereafter for an additional period of one (1) year up to a maximum period of five (5) years. It is intended for the contract to commence 16 March 2026. First extension (2 years ) until 15 March 2030 Second Extension (1 year) until 15 March 2031

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e3a6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074915-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

09100000 - Fuels

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,718,880 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,718,880 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20252 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 20252 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-11-01

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.procurement@bolton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BOLTON
Postcode
BL1 1RU
Post Town
Bolton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Bolton
Electoral Ward
Queens Park & Central
Westminster Constituency
Bolton North East

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