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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 2026-2029 (2032)

PRESTON CITY COUNCIL

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Award

08 May 2026 at 16:38

Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 18:41

Summary of the contracting process

Preston City Council has concluded the vehicle maintenance contract award for the term 2026-2029, with potential extension to 2032, focusing on the maintenance and repair of its fleet. The procurement process utilised an open procedure and has recently completed the award stage, with a contract value of £4,200,000. Located in Preston, UK, under the industry category of repair and maintenance services of vehicles and related equipment (CPV code 50100000), this contract ensures compliance and operational safety for all council vehicles. The standstill period ends on 19th May 2026, and the contract is set to begin on 1st October 2026, running until 30th September 2029, with an option for renewal up to 2032.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in fleet maintenance services. Large companies with expertise in vehicle compliance, scheduled and reactive maintenance, and related services like roadside assistance and parts supply are particularly suited for such contracts. Engaging in this contract could enhance business credibility and expand their portfolio with public sector contracts. Given the procurement method's focus on service quality and social value, businesses with high standards in customer service, strong technical support and a commitment to adding social value will find the most success.

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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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06094e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042744-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PRESTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PRESTON BUS

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