Tender

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 2026-2029 (2032)

PRESTON CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 16:28

Summary of the contracting process

Preston City Council is inviting bids for a "Vehicle Maintenance Contract 2026-2029 (2032)" as part of its tendering process, aimed at the repair and maintenance of its fleet. The procurement falls under the services category and is relevant to the 'Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment' sector. Interested parties should note the submission closing date of 23rd February 2026 and an enquiry deadline of 10th February 2026. The contract, with an initial duration from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2029 and a possible extension to 2032, will be governed by an open procedure. It is estimated at £4.2 million, grossing £5.04 million. Activities under the contract will occur within the UKD45 region, ensuring all fleet assets remain safe and legally compliant.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle maintenance, repair, and related services. With an emphasis on price and quality, the contract selection criteria ensure suitable competition for organisations that provide comprehensive service tracks, including planned and reactive maintenance, roadside assistance, parts procurement, and depot facilities. Preston City Council's openness to engaging Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) aligns with their strategy to support business growth. Companies with experience in servicing governmental or large fleet operators, and those equipped with the necessary technical and economic capabilities, would be well-positioned to succeed in this bid process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 2026-2029 (2032)

Notice Description

This invitation to tender invites bids for the maintenance and repair of Preston City Councils fleet. The Contract must ensure all vehicles, plant and machinery remain operationally safe and compliant with all relevant legislation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060928
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004500-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 2026Today
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 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
PRESTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sammy Wilson
Contact Email
s.wilson@preston.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR1 2RL
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
TLD45 Mid Lancashire

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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