This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

23 Jun 2026 at 10:29

Award

09 Jun 2026 at 15:04

Tender

26 Mar 2026 at 15:07

Planning

25 Mar 2026 at 14:12

Summary of the contracting process

Liverpool City Council has recently completed the procurement process for the "Procurement of Corporate Vehicle Tail Lift & Associated Equipment Maintenance Co" contract. The contract involves maintaining approximately 35 vehicles equipped with goods and wheelchair lifts, ensuring compliance with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 1998. The selection was made through an open procurement method, featuring below-threshold open competition targeting the service industry category. The contract, awarded to KEGE LIMITED, begins on 1st August 2026 and is set to run until 31st July 2029, with a possible 12-month extension available until July 2030. The contract's status is active, with a gross value of £103,200, mainly covering repair and maintenance services in the Liverpool region, specifically within UKD72.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs in the repair and maintenance sector to leverage their expertise and expand their business by engaging in high-value public contracts. KEGE LIMITED, having secured the contract as a supplier, demonstrates the open competitiveness of such government procurements, providing a reputable platform for businesses to establish relationships with local authorities like Liverpool City Council. Companies specialising in vehicle maintenance, particularly those equipped with tail lifts, would find projects of this nature beneficial for professional and financial growth, while closely aligning their operations with stringent regulatory and safety standards. The process encourages proactive business engagement through clearly set timelines, procurement stages, and supplier engagement, reinforcing a vibrant and competitive market environment.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Procurement of Corporate Vehicle Tail Lift & Associated Equipment Maintenance Co

Notice Description

The City Council operates approximately 35 vehicles that are fitted with goods lifts, wheelchair lifts, or ramps. To ensure compliance with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 1998, it is essential that all lifts undergo a statutory weight test annually, along with a thorough examination and inspection every six months by a competent person trained in tail lift maintenance. The current maintenance contract for tail lift maintenance is set to expire on 31/07/2026. In light of this, we need to begin the process of renewing the contract to ensure that our lifts are maintained according to statutory requirements and remain safe at all times

Planning Information

This procurement will be issued as an open tender on ProContract. All statutory and project‑specific notices will be published at the appropriate stages, containing all required information.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0673f2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058862-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£103,200 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£103,200 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£86,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£86,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
27 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
4 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1DS
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
TLD72 Liverpool

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KEGE

Further Information

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