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The Sheffield College Rent to Buy 2 Minibuses

THE SHEFFIELD COLLEGE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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12 Feb 2026 at 12:49

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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12 Feb 2026 at 12:39

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sheffield College, a public authority under sub-central government classification, has completed the direct procurement of two minibuses tailored for student transport. Situated in Sheffield, United Kingdom, the procurement process was finalised under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54. The tender, titled "The Sheffield College Rent to Buy 2 Minibuses," required vehicles with wheelchair access and low emissions to comply with Ultra Low Emission Zones. The award was granted to GOWRINGS MOBILITY GROUP LIMITED, based in Thatcham, with a procurement process executed without competition due to its status below the threshold. The contract began on 12 February 2026 and is set to end on 12 February 2031, with an option to purchase the minibuses at the end of the rental period.

This tender provides ample opportunity for businesses specialising in mobility or transport solutions, particularly those focusing on environmentally friendly and accessible vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like GOWRINGS MOBILITY GROUP LIMITED can thrive in similar markets, given their capability to supply goods below competitive cost thresholds. The structured procurement method opens pathways for businesses looking to expand into public sector contracts, especially those offering specialised goods or fitted vehicles suitable for educational institutions. These opportunities encourage growth for businesses focused on the transport industry and those that can innovate in accordance with stringent environmental and accessibility requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Sheffield College Rent to Buy 2 Minibuses

Notice Description

Requirement: Purchase of 2 minibuses for student transport, including wheelchair access for our Bloom students, with low emissions to ensure we can drive in ULEZ zones without charge. 2X Vauxhall Movano L4H2 17 seat Minibus with 4 removable seats and telescopic ramp

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064ef9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012870-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£167,280 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£167,280 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
12 Feb 2026 - 12 Feb 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE SHEFFIELD COLLEGE
Contact Name
James Ratcliffe
Contact Email
employerengagement@sheffcol.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441142602435

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S2 2RL
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Park and Arbourthorne
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Heeley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GOWRINGS MOBILITY GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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