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Vehicle for Games on Tour

University of Staffordshire

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

08 May 2026 at 09:18

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Tender

22 Apr 2026 at 11:35

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Staffordshire initiated a public procurement process for the project titled "Vehicle for Games on Tour." The tender involved the potential provision of a specialised vehicle, either a bus or a mobile lab, to support the university's outreach activities. This procurement was classified under the industry category of specialised vehicles and motor vehicles for goods transport, with the primary location for delivery being in the UK region UKG2. Initially active, the tender was subsequently cancelled as of 8th May 2026, due to market reconsideration and budgetary evaluations. The open competition method had been adopted, with an emphasis on technical criteria, including fit-out and quality control, to determine the award, which was scheduled for the beginning of October 2026.

This procurement presented a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the vehicle manufacturing and modification sectors. The tender required a vehicle fitted with gaming stations and data security features, suggesting a potential growth avenue for businesses skilled in custom vehicle outfitting. Furthermore, businesses with the capacity to provide long-term operational support could leverage this procurement to establish ongoing partnerships with the University of Staffordshire for future projects. Given the initially competitive nature of the tender, companies with strong technical capabilities and innovative solutions would have been well-placed to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Vehicle for Games on Tour

Notice Description

The University of Staffordshire is seeking tenders for the potential provision of a vehicle to support Games on Tour Bids are sought for 2 options: - Mobile Lab - Bus The vehicle is to be fitted out with gaming stations, meet data security requirements and be safe and fit for purpose The supplier will also be required to provide ongoing support to ensure roadworthiness and ongoing availability

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The tender is for two options - Bus - Mobile Lab The University will award one contract only based upon the outcome of a business case

Renewal: Dependent upon ongoing requirements and satisfactory service

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06884f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042254-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34114000 - Specialist vehicles

34130000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of goods

34200000 - Vehicle bodies, trailers or semi-trailers

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Staffordshire
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE ON TRENT
Postcode
ST4 2DE
Postcode Area
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Hanley Park, Joiner's Square & Shelton
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

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