Award

The supply of an Avant 635 and attachments

NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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22 Apr 2026 at 11:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by North Northamptonshire Council involves the acquisition of agricultural machinery, specifically an Avant 635 loader and attachments, with the contract awarded on 1st April 2026. Situated in Corby, United Kingdom, the Council operates under sub-central government classification. The procurement method adopted was selective, facilitated by The Procurement Partnership Limited (TPPL) through an established framework, ensuring competitive bidding below the threshold limit. The procurement has reached the award stage, with Balmers GM Limited named as the supplier. Key dates include the contract's start and end periods from 1st April to 1st September 2026, with the contract notice published on 22nd April 2026.

This procurement presents notable business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers of agricultural machinery and associated components. Companies specialising in agricultural, farming, fishing, and forestry products are well-positioned to leverage such contracts, with Balmers GM's involvement illustrating the potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to compete effectively. The procurement process, alongside a collaboration with TPPL, reflects the accessibility of regional frameworks that can streamline procurement activities and enhance market reach for businesses aligned with sub-central government needs. Organisations equipped to provide precise, high-quality agricultural solutions may find significant potential within similar opportunities.

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Notice Title

The supply of an Avant 635 and attachments

Notice Description

1 x Avant 635i loader with ROPS & Roof (No Cab) - PS39210 + VAT Agri Tyres 26/12.00/12 -Boom self-levelling - Tie down brackets rear & wheels - Work Light Kit on ROPS Frame - Included as standard spec 1 x 180 kg rear side weights A49063 (pair of) - PS935 + VAT 1 x 29 kg rear weight (A435957???) (A487078) - PS162 + VAT 1 x Ball hitch with towing pin A417337 - PS123 + VAT 1 x Road Traffic Lighting and Road Registered A449941 - PS1,560 + VAT 1 x Trailer Lighting Socket - PS290 + VAT 1 x Flashing Orange Beacon A438530 - PS325 + VAT 1 x Front second auxiliary hydraulics, double acting A449940 - PS950 + VAT 1 x Opti control Joystick A454145 - PS630 + VAT 1 x Anti slip Valve A454838 - PS1,280 + VAT 1x Boom Float - PS1,150 + VAT Attachments: Avant Front Pallet Forms XHD 1200mm A36589 - PS1035 + VAT A457723 4 in 1 bucket 1300 mm 270 l series 2 straight edge - PS 2,605.00+vat Avant Root Grapple 1300mm A37537 - PS3150 + VAT Avant Timber Grab Hydraulic Rotation (A37456??) (A462524) - PS4,900 + VAT Total Value PS58,305.00 Procured in conjunction with TPPL on a direct award through an appropriate framework. The goods will be supplied direct to North Northamptonshire Council by Balmer GM.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06886c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036562-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

16 - Agricultural machinery


CPV Codes

03000000 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

16000000 - Agricultural machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£58,305 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 1 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

THE PROCUREMENT PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CORBY
Postcode
NN17 1QG
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward
Longstanton
Westminster Constituency
St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BALMERS GM

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