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RBGKEW1526 - Buggy for Creative Programmes

BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW

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13 Apr 2026 at 16:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew involves the acquisition of a replacement buggy for their Creative Programmes Team. The title for this procurement is "RBGKEW1526 - Buggy for Creative Programmes." The process falls under the goods category, specifically targeting electric vehicles, with enterprise delivery across various UK regions including UKC, UKD, UKE, and more. The procurement method used was direct, marked as "Below threshold - without competition," and the stage is currently at the Award stage with completion of contract evidenced as of 13th April 2026. The contract with Bradshaw Electric Vehicles was signed on 2nd March 2026, with a gross value of £21,000.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in the production and supply of electric vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those with the capability to manage delivery across multiple regions in the UK, could find potential growth through similar public procurement opportunities. Companies focusing on innovative and sustainable transportation solutions would be well-suited for such contracts, given the emphasis on replacing traditional vehicles with eco-friendly alternatives in public services. This sector is gaining momentum, providing viable avenues for businesses in the electric vehicle industry to expand their reach and forge new partnerships.

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Notice Title

RBGKEW1526 - Buggy for Creative Programmes

Notice Description

Replacement buggy for Creative Programmes Team.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06815c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033453-2026
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

34144900 - Electric vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£17,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
10 Mar 2026 - 10 Mar 2026 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KEW GREEN
Postcode
TW9 3AE
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRADSHAW ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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