Planning

Vehicle Body Repair Contractor

SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

15 Apr 2026 at 13:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Southampton City Council is currently in the planning stage for a contract titled "Vehicle Body Repair Contractor". This tender falls under the industry category of repair, maintenance, and associated services of vehicles and related equipment. It is an open procedure aiming to select a contractor for vehicle body and painting repair services, covering a fleet of approximately 600 vehicles operated by the council. Geographically, the service will be delivered within the United Kingdom. The tender period will conclude on 18th May 2026, with the award process expected to be completed by the 25th May 2026. This contract, valued at £360,000 gross, has a planned contract start date of 1st June 2026 and will run until 31st May 2029, with potential extensions available.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the vehicle repair industry, particularly those specialising in servicing a diverse fleet ranging from cars to large commercial vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete due to suitability considerations, offering potential for business growth and expansion through a long-term contractual agreement with a reputable public authority. Businesses with a strong focus on quality and competitive pricing will likely have an advantage, as the award criteria are heavily weighted towards these factors (60% quality, 40% price). The open procurement method ensures a wide competitive field, providing opportunities for innovation and efficiency gains in service delivery.

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Notice Title

Vehicle Body Repair Contractor

Notice Description

Southampton City Council intends to establish a contract with an established motor vehicle body damage repairer for the provision of a body and painting vehicle repair service. The contract will cover all vehicles being operated by Southampton City Council and currently number in the region of 600 vehicles, ranging from cars to large commercial vehicles.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068327
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034275-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement 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

50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
20 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 7LY
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Bargate
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Further Information

Notice Documents

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