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Supply of 7 LGVs

MIDDLESBROUGH COUNCIL

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16 Apr 2026 at 09:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process detailed here involves Middlesbrough Council as the buying organisation, which successfully awarded a contract for the supply of seven light goods vehicles (LGVs). This procurement falls under the industry category of "Motor vehicles" and covers the North East region of England, specifically UKC12. It is associated with the Thurcroft Panel Procurement Limited (TPPL) Framework, specifically LOT 2 for cars, light and medium commercial vehicles. The procurement process is completed with the award stage finalised on 27th March 2026 with Thompson Commercials Ltd as the supplier. Notably, the procurement method employed was limited, bypassing a prior publication of a call for competition due to its nature of falling outside the directive's scope, resulting in a quick award procedure.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for growth for businesses focusing on goods within the automotive industry, particularly those specialising in commercial vehicles. While the contract has been awarded to a large supplier, Thompson Commercials Ltd, other businesses with expertise in providing quality LGVs could leverage similar frameworks or engage as subcontractors to expand their portfolio. Moreover, regional suppliers in and around Middlesbrough, or those with established logistics support, may find worthwhile partnerships by offering competitive after-sales services or securing positions in future lots under similar frameworks. This tender showcases the vital role that comprehensive delivery and service provisions can play in securing regional or local authority contracts.

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Notice Title

Supply of 7 LGVs

Notice Description

Supply of 7 LGVs via TPPL Framework - Cars, Light and Medium Commercial Vehicles - LOT 2

Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply of 7 LGVs via TPPL Framework - Cars, Light and Medium Commercial Vehicles - LOT 2

Procurement Information

Supply of 7 LGVs via TPPL Framework - Cars, Light and Medium Commercial Vehicles - LOT 2

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0683d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034548-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£270,620 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MIDDLESBROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MIDDLESBROUGH
Postcode
TS1 9FT
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
TLC12 South Teesside

Local Authority
Middlesbrough
Electoral Ward
Newport
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THOMPSON COMMERCIALS

Further Information

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