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Purchase of two refrigerated vans

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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16 Dec 2025 at 13:50

Award

16 Dec 2025 at 13:47

Award

16 Dec 2025 at 13:43

Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has completed the procurement process for the purchase of two refrigerated vans designated for catering purposes. The contract was awarded to FORD RETAIL LIMITED, an SME based in Colchester. This procurement falls under the category of goods and is conducted through a direct method, specified as below threshold without competition, reflecting a streamlined approach typical for smaller value contracts. The location of delivery is within the United Kingdom, specifically the UKE41 region, with the contract period commencing on 16th December 2025 and concluding on 17th December 2025. The contracting process complies with UKPGA legislation from 2023.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in automotive supply, particularly those offering refrigerated solutions, as well as companies keen to provide niche products within sub-central government markets. SMEs, like FORD RETAIL LIMITED, with strengths in vehicle modifications and logistics solutions stand well-suited to capitalise on similar future tenders. Such contracts can serve as an entry point into public procurement, facilitating business growth by expanding clientele within government sectors and establishing a proven track record in catering-related transportation solutions. Given the direct procurement approach, businesses with competitive readiness and strong local connections may find increased opportunities in similar domains.

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Notice Title

Purchase of two refrigerated vans

Notice Description

Procurement of 2 x refrigerated vans for Catering

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f6c4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083390-2025
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34136000 - Vans

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£97,399 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£97,399 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
16 Dec 2025 - 17 Dec 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
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tendering@bradford.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FORD RETAIL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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