Planning

Vehicle Maintenance Services

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Planning

21 Apr 2026 at 11:30

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter is in the planning stage of procuring vehicle maintenance services, as detailed in a recent market engagement notice published on 21st April 2026. The procurement seeks a supplier for routine and ad hoc servicing and maintenance of university-owned and leased vehicles. This process is classified under the 'Services' category and is valued at £170,000, with a contract period beginning on 15th June 2026 and set to end on 14th June 2029. The engagement milestone is scheduled for 24th April 2026, and the location for services is within the UKK4 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in vehicle repair and maintenance services, particularly those capable of managing fleets and offering comprehensive car maintenance solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate as the procurement is suitable for SMEs. The engagement and ensuing tendering processes allow potential suppliers to showcase their capabilities to support a reputable institution, enhancing their portfolio and driving business growth through high-profile collaborations.

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Notice Title

Vehicle Maintenance Services

Notice Description

The University of Exeter requires a vehicle maintenance supplier to provide routine and ad hoc servicing and maintenance for University owned and leased vehicles.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104715&TID=100109873&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068742
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036046-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

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

50110000 - Repair and maintenance services of motor vehicles and associated equipment

50111000 - Fleet management, repair and maintenance services

50112000 - Repair and maintenance services of cars

50112200 - Car maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£170,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 May 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jun 2026 - 14 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK4 Devon

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

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