Planning

WCC Pneumatic Tube Vehicle Counters

WARWICKSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

30 Mar 2026 at 12:04

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Warwickshire County Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "WCC Pneumatic Tube Vehicle Counters", under the goods category, with additional services involved. The procurement is aimed at the supply and hire of pneumatic tube vehicle counters, along with accompanying accessories and support services. The market engagement requires registration through the council’s e-tendering system, with a deadline set for market testing returns on 30th April 2026. The procurement falls within the UKG region, where delivery will occur, and it is governed by the legal framework established under UKPGA 2023/54. Potential suppliers should be prepared for the period beginning from 1st July 2026, with contracts lasting until 1st July 2030.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in surveying or hydrological instruments and associated software solutions. Companies that can offer both standard and bespoke technical solutions, especially those compatible with C2 (Drakewell) or equivalent data processing platforms, will find this opportunity particularly advantageous. The procurement process has been designated as suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), allowing them to leverage their expertise in technical support and training services to assist Warwickshire County Council. Businesses focused on innovative technology and robust support frameworks will be well-placed to compete effectively in securing this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WCC Pneumatic Tube Vehicle Counters

Notice Description

* Supply of pneumatic tube vehicle counters * Hire of counters on short or medium-term basis * Standard and bespoke mounting accessories (e.g., tubes, rubber, padlocks, clamps/anchors) * Software, licences, and data retrieval tools * Compatibility with C2 (Drakewell) or similar data processing workflows * Training and familiarisation for WCC staff * Technical support, troubleshooting, and warranty services

Planning Information

Warwickshire County Council will be using its e-tendering system (WarwickshireCC) for the administration of this market engagement. Suppliers must register with the system to be able to download documents. The web address for the portal is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/warwickshirecc/aspx/Home Registration and use of our portal is free. When registering you will be re-directed to the In-Tend sell2midlands site. If you already registered and have issues logging in then you may need to re-set your password. You will need to select "Log in to portal" next to Warwickshire County Council. All correspondence or clarifications relating to this market testing must be via the portals' correspondence function. If you are having trouble registering with the portal please email us at: procurement@warwickshire.gov.uk The deadline for Market Testing Returns is Thursday 30th April 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0677c3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029071-2026
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38290000 - Surveying, hydrographic, oceanographic and hydrological instruments and appliances

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 1 Jul 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
WARWICKSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WARWICK
Postcode
CV34 4SA
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Warwick
Electoral Ward
Warwick Saltisford
Westminster Constituency
Warwick and Leamington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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