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ITT 37/2025 - Vehicle cleansing services

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD)

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27 Apr 2026 at 14:51

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is seeking a contractor to provide vehicle cleansing services, initiated through an open tender process. The contract, ITT 37/2025, involves washing the council's fleet for road worthiness tests and other occasions, divided into two lots at depots in Strangford Road, Downpatrick and Rampart Road, Newry. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically car-washing and similar services. Business interests should note that the tender submission deadline is set for 25th May 2026, with an enquiry period ending on 18th May 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for the growth of small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as NMD Council encourages participation from such sectors. The contract, valued at £80,000, is awarded based on criteria balancing quality and cost. It presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in vehicle maintenance and presentation to expand their portfolio. The contract period starts from August 2026, with potential renewals extending until August 2029, providing long-term engagement for winning bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ITT 37/2025 - Vehicle cleansing services

Notice Description

* The Council has a requirement for a contractor to undertake washing of the vehicle fleet in advance of the annual road worthiness test and at other times to ensure safety, compliance and presentation. * This will be carried out at least once a year or as and when the fleet department requires. * This RFQ will be carried out in 2 lots. Lot 1 will be for the washing of vehicles based at the Council depot on Strangford Road, Downpatrick. Lot 2 will be for the washing of vehicles based at the Council depot on Rampart Road, Newry.

Lot Information

ITT 37/2025 - Vehicle cleansing services - Lot 1 Strangford Road, Downpatrick.

* The Council has a requirement for a contractor to undertake washing of the vehicle fleet in advance of the annual road worthiness test and at other times to ensure safety, compliance and presentation. * This will be carried out at least once a year or as and when the fleet department requires. Lot 1 will be for the washing of vehicles based at the Council depot on Strangford Road, Downpatrick.

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (2 x 12 months)

ITT 37/2025 - Vehicle cleansing services - Lot 2 Rampart Road, Newry.

* The Council has a requirement for a contractor to undertake washing of the vehicle fleet in advance of the annual road worthiness test and at other times to ensure safety, compliance and presentation. * This will be carried out at least once a year or as and when the fleet department requires. Lot 2 will be for the washing of vehicles based at the Council depot on Rampart Road, Newry.

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (2 x 12 months)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068bc7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038108-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50112300 - Car-washing and similar services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£79,999 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 1 Aug 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWRY
Postcode
BT34 2QU
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN08 Newry, Mourne and Down
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newry, Mourne and Down
Electoral Ward
Abbey
Westminster Constituency
Newry and Armagh

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