Tender

Vehicle and Plant Disposal Framework

STOKE ON TRENT CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Jan 2026 at 15:23

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Stoke on Trent City Council is initiating an open procurement process for a Vehicle and Plant Disposal Framework, inviting suppliers to participate in an open competition below the threshold. This framework aims to develop a list of approved suppliers for the disposal of vehicles, plant, and equipment via public auction, ensuring optimal re-marketing value for Stoke on Trent City Council's assets. The tender is currently in the tender stage, with a closing date for submissions set on 9th February 2026 at noon, while enquiries must be made by 2nd February 2026. Situated in Stoke-on-Trent, UK, this tender involves an estimated contract value of £150,000, with services as the main procurement category under the CPV classification for auction services.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in auction services, particularly those capable of handling vehicle and equipment disposals. It is ideally suited for SMEs that can effectively use their market expertise to provide high re-marketing values. The contract will operate on a framework agreement with up to three suppliers, with services awarded to the supplier achieving the highest Most Advantageous Tender (MAT) score. The framework does not require reopening competition for each call-off, making it a streamlined opportunity for suppliers who can quickly provide auction services within a four-week timeframe, fostering sustainable business growth for companies in relevant industries.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Vehicle and Plant Disposal Framework

Notice Description

Stoke on Trent City Council is creating a framework of approved suppliers for the disposal of vehicles, plant and equipment by means of public auction. Supplier's will be required to use their experience and knowledge of the market place, including specialist markets, to ensure that Stoke on Trent City Council will receive the best re-marketing value for the assets for disposal

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060314
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001969-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79342400 - Auction services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STOKE ON TRENT CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
categorymanagement@stoke.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE-ON-TRENT
Postcode
ST4 1HH
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Hartshill Park & Stoke
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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