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Removal of Vehicles from Street to Street 2026-2031

Bristol City Council

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

23 Apr 2026 at 19:51

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

19 Mar 2026 at 19:28

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

20 Jan 2026 at 13:47

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

15 Jan 2026 at 18:42

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Bristol City Council involves the removal of vehicles from one street to another within the city boundaries as part of highway maintenance duties. The council operates under the category of a public authority and the procurement falls within the 'services' industry category, specifically 'Vehicle towing-away services'. The procurement process proceeded through the open procedure method, starting with a planned stage on 15th January 2026, a tender stage announced on 20th January 2026, followed by an award stage dated 23rd April 2026. The contract, signed on 8th April 2026, is active and spans from 2026 to 2031. The procurement primarily covers the region of South West England (UKK11) with a total value grossed at £1,200,000.

This tender creates significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in vehicle towing services. The contract's longevity offers stable revenue potential and requires compliance with specifications and timely service delivery. The award criteria prioritise price, quality, and social value, allowing businesses to showcase competitive pricing strategies and service excellence. Companies with expertise in logistics operations or vehicle-related services, possessing suitable vehicles and resources, are well-suited to compete. By adhering to contractual timescales and meeting social value commitments, businesses can reinforce their market presence within public service operations in Bristol and the surrounding areas.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Removal of Vehicles from Street to Street 2026-2031

Notice Description

The Highway Services Department has a duty to maintain all highways maintainable at public expense within the city boundaries. To undertake these duties, vehicles may need to be removed from one street to another street nearby. This requirement involves the removal of vehicle(s) within 2 hours, or for a tow-truck to be made available for a period of time to carry out the necessary service as required by the Council's representative

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060712
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037323-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50118110 - Vehicle towing-away services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
19 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
17 Mar 20266 months ago
Contract Period
8 Apr 2026 - 7 Apr 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2030-12-03

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Bristol City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5TR
Postcode Area
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK11 Bristol, City of
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Macpherson & Colburn Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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