Contract for the Supply of a 12ft Chassis Cab with hookloader systems and demountable crash cushion option

City & County of Swansea

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16 Mar 2026 at 08:48

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24 Feb 2026 at 13:14

Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea is soliciting tenders for the supply of a 12ft chassis cab equipped with hookloader systems, including an option for a demountable crash cushion. This procurement process falls under the industry category of 'Vehicle bodies, trailers or semi-trailers' and is located in Swansea, United Kingdom (region UKL18). The tender is currently active and follows an open competition method, with submissions accepted electronically. Potential suppliers should register on the eTenderWales portal to express interest. Key dates include the enquiry period closing on 20th March 2026, while the final tender submission deadline is set for 27th March 2026.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities, especially for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in vehicle manufacturing and logistics. Suppliers with expertise in chassis cab production and crash safety systems are well-positioned to compete. The criteria for award will heavily favour price competitiveness, accounting for 80% of the valuation, with delivery and warranty considerations making up the remaining 20%. Successful bidders will engage in a contract period from 1st May 2026 until 31st July 2026, providing a concise but impactful opportunity to showcase innovative solutions and establish long-term relations with a public authority under the Welsh devolved regulations.

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Notice Title

Contract for the Supply of a 12ft Chassis Cab with hookloader systems and demountable crash cushion option

Notice Description

Purchase of 12t Chassis Cabs fitted with hookloader system with option for a demountable Crash Cushion to replace an overdue equivalent vehicle/crash cushion within the Parks section

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065b06
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023274-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34200000 - Vehicle bodies, trailers or semi-trailers

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
City & County of Swansea
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 3SN
Postcode Area
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL18 Swansea

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

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