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Electric Ford Transit Vehicle - Lease - Portsmouth International Port

PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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16 Dec 2025 at 10:57

Summary of the contracting process

Portsmouth City Council, a sub-central government public authority, has completed the procurement process for leasing an electric Ford transit flatbed vehicle tailored for operation at Portsmouth International Port. The tender title is "Electric Ford Transit Vehicle - Lease - Portsmouth International Port", falling under the services industry category. This contract, awarded on 16th December 2025, spans from 1st June 2025 to 30th June 2030, and is specific to the UKJ31 region, United Kingdom. The procurement method involved was "Below threshold - unknown". The buying organisation is based in Portsmouth, and they have engaged Southern Motor Contracts Limited, a supplier located in Havant, for the provision of these services.

This procurement opportunity offers growth potential for businesses specialising in vehicle leasing and associated services, particularly those with expertise in electric vehicle maintenance and modifications. Southern Motor Contracts Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), was awarded the contract, indicating an opportunity for similarly scaled businesses to tender for future contracts with local government entities. Companies within the automotive leasing sector, especially those focusing on eco-friendly transport solutions, can find similar opportunities to collaborate with public authorities seeking sustainable services. This also highlights the growing trend for public councils to integrate green technologies within their operational frameworks, welcoming innovation from businesses committed to sustainable practices.

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Notice Title

Electric Ford Transit Vehicle - Lease - Portsmouth International Port

Notice Description

The lease of an electric Ford transit flatbed vehicle for use by Portsmouth International Port, includes maintenance and required modifications.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f673
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083232-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

70220000 - Non-residential property renting or leasing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,384 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2025 - 30 Jun 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO1 2AL
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOUTHERN MOTOR CONTRACTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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