This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

10 Jun 2026 at 16:26

Planning

10 Apr 2026 at 13:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Cumbria has issued an open tender for a Vehicle Body Repair Service, which includes both major and minor repairs under two separate lots. The procurement process is currently active and falls under the services category, with a total estimated value of £600,000 (gross). This tender is accessible to businesses across multiple regions in the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, and others. Interested suppliers must submit their tenders by noon on 8th July 2026, with the subsequent award decisions being anticipated by 13th August 2026. The procurement will adhere to open procedure methods and communications can be conducted in English.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in vehicle fleet management, repair, and maintenance services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could find this contract particularly profitable, given their eligibility and the lot structure favoring both major accident repairs and minor works. The contracting period is set to commence on 1st October 2026, running through to 30th September 2029, with potential for extension upon mutual agreement. Businesses with expertise in structural repairs, panel work, and mechanics can leverage this opportunity to expand their portfolio and reinforce their client base within the public sector. The open procedure invites a broad range of suppliers to compete, fostering an inclusive and competitive bidding environment.

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Notice Title

Vehicle Body Repair (Major & Minor)

Notice Description

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Cumbria has issued a tender for the provision of a Vehicle Body Repair Service. The procurement will be split between 2 lots. LOT 1 Major Accident Repairs: e.g. Structural and chassis repair, minor mechanical repairs, commissioning and decommissioning of vehicles. LOT 2 Minor Accident Repair: e.g. non-structural panel work and paint work, minor mechanical repairs, commissioning and decommissioning of vehicles

Lot Information

Major Accident Repairs:

Structural and chassis repair, minor mechanical repairs, commissioning and decommissioning of vehicles.

Renewal: Can be activated by PFCC subject to acceptance from both organisations.

Minor Accident Repair

Non-structural panel work and paint work, minor mechanical repairs, commissioning and decommissioning of vehicles

Renewal: Can be activated by PFCC subject to acceptance from both organisations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068019
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054937-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50111000 - Fleet management, repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 20265 days to go
Future Notice Date
14 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR CUMBRIA
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PENRITH
Postcode
CA10 2AU
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Penrith South
Westminster Constituency
Penrith and Solway

Further Information

Notice Documents

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