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Welfare Van for APHA

ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY

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01 Apr 2026 at 10:16

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), a central government public authority, involved the acquisition of a Welfare Van, adapted from a Ford Transit vehicle. This direct procurement was conducted below the threshold, without competition, and falls under the 'goods' category. The tender, titled "Welfare Van for APHA," concluded successfully with an award dated 1 April 2026. The contract spans from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027, with a gross value of £60,435.78. The delivery location is the United Kingdom and the process effectively reached its award and contract stage.

This procurement presents a specific opportunity for businesses specialising in vehicle adaptation and conversion, particularly those dealing with welfare and specialist vehicles. Lyndon Systems Ltd, a small to medium enterprise based in Doncaster, was awarded the contract, illustrating the potential for SMEs to secure government contracts. Such opportunities can aid business growth by fostering relationships with government entities and gaining visibility in niche markets. Companies proficient in vehicle conversion kits and modular designs are well-suited to compete in similar tenders, leveraging capability in customisation and delivery of tailored vehicle solutions.

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Notice Title

Welfare Van for APHA

Notice Description

This procurement is to purchase a specialist vehicle based on a Ford Transit L3H2 class van, adapted to provide both an office/welfare space and a separate rear cargo area for APHA.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067a78
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030232-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34114000 - Specialist vehicles

34114300 - Welfare vehicles

34328200 - Vehicle conversion kits

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£50,363 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LYNDON SYSTEMS

Further Information

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