Planning

De-Polluted Scrap Car Provision and Collection

SOUTH YORKSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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PlanningUpdate

02 Feb 2026 at 11:07

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
PlanningUpdate

28 Jan 2026 at 13:23

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

28 Jan 2026 at 13:19

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority, a public authority functioning within sub-central government, is in the planning process for a procurement initiative titled "De-Polluted Scrap Car Provision and Collection". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically targeting second-hand transport vehicles and refuse transport services, located within South Yorkshire, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage with the expectation that the tender process will commence in February 2026. Interested parties are encouraged to contact Cindy Chan at cchan@syfire.gov.uk by 11th February 2026 to express interest. The anticipated contract duration is from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2030, with an estimated contract value of £160,000 GBP excluding VAT.

This tender presents significant opportunities for local businesses within the S and DN postcode areas to engage in a stable, long-term contract aimed at providing up to 500 de-polluted vehicles per annum for firefighter training activities. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly suited to compete, provided they can meet contract requirements such as compliance with the End of Life Vehicle Regulations and demonstrating environmental responsibility through adequate insurance and risk management certifications. The focus on local suppliers enhances regional economic growth while offering businesses the opportunity to establish or strengthen relationships within public sector procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

De-Polluted Scrap Car Provision and Collection

Notice Description

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Authority (SYFR) require a supplier located within the region (South Yorkshire only - S and DN postcodes) to provide vehicles (de-polluted scrap cars) for firefighter training activities and extrication familiarisation. The contract requires the supplier to deliver and then collect the vehicles from SYFR and other sites which are regionally dispersed. All vehicles must be checked by the supplier for needles and drugs and ensure they are removed prior to delivery. Vehicles must come with workable handbrakes, four complete and fully inflated tyres and have doors and windows intact. Vehicles should also be supplied with ignition keys to negate the steering lock. Vehicles are also occasionally required which have had all of the glass removed for special events such as public demos. The supplier must be able to deliver and collect vehicles at specified times. Contract administration is required and the payment process will be via purchase order and then supplier invoice. The Supplier will be expected to supply up to 500 vehicles per annum but SYFR reserve the right not to commit to this quantity (via a call-off arrangement). The contract will be for a period of four years. The Supplier must be able to supply de-polluted vehicles that comply with the End of Life Vehicle Regulations (2000/53/EC.) SYFR is seeking expressions of interest from suppliers who will participate in a tender for the contract, this will require the submission of both qualitative and pricing information as well as the provision of evidence of the suppliers ability to perform the contract. The supplier must be able to provide risk and method statements, provide evidence of adequate insurance cover and certification that all relevant environmental legislation is adhered to.

Planning Information

Please contact Cindy Chan via e-mail at cchan@syfire.gov.uk if you wish to express an interest for this opportunity. It is anticipated that a tender process will commence in February 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0610e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008842-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

34115300 - Second-hand transport vehicles

90512000 - Refuse transport services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Feb 20261 day to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH YORKSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cchan@syfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 3FG
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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