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Contract for the Supply of 1 x 17 Seater Minibus

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

04 Feb 2026 at 10:02

TenderUpdate

13 Jan 2026 at 16:52

Tender

12 Jan 2026 at 17:08

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Contract for the Supply of 1 x 17 Seater Minibus," intended for Pontardulais Comprehensive. Classified under the industry category of goods, the procurement adopted an open method below the threshold, allowing for an open competition. This award stage was completed with the contract being signed on 4th February 2026. The delivery locale for the minibus is in the UK region of Swansea, specifically under postal code SA1 3SN. The procurement was governed under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54, adhering to Welsh devolved regulations, indicative of its local significance.

This project presents growth opportunities to businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), like the successful supplier, HAWKSTONE FARLEY GROUP LTD. The project falls well within the capabilities of businesses specialising in vehicle supply, with the minibus procurement having specific tender criteria favouring a balanced focus on both technical quality and pricing. Companies suited to providing competitive delivery and warranty solutions have a substantial opportunity to compete effectively. The successful tenderer will have demonstrated the capacity to provide high-quality goods within a budget-friendly framework, creating a lucrative avenue for those in the automotive supply sector to expand their footprint.

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Notice Title

Contract for the Supply of 1 x 17 Seater Minibus

Notice Description

Supply of 1 x 17 seater minibus for Pontardulais Comp (for subsequent leasing by Treasury Management)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060415
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009794-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34114400 - Minibuses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 8 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 3SN
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL18 Swansea

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HAWKSTONE FARLEY GROUP

Further Information

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