Award

Purchase of 1 x Access Vehicle for 2 x Wheelchairs

MIDDLESBROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

30 Apr 2026 at 12:36

Summary of the contracting process

Middlesbrough Council, located in the UKC12 region of the United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process for the purchase of one access vehicle capable of accommodating two wheelchairs. This direct award was conducted under the TPPL CSKL and TPPL Bus Framework, particularly Lot 2, which covers van conversions for accessible and non-accessible vehicles. The procurement was undertaken using a selective method, below threshold under a framework, and was not competitive. The award was made to GOWRINGS MOBILITY GROUP LIMITED on 30th April 2026, with a contract period running from 11th May 2026 to 10th May 2027. Key dates included a scheduled future signature date on 4th May 2026, and the procurement process is at the award stage.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle conversions, particularly those capable of providing motor vehicles designed for accessibility. SMEs, such as specialised vehicle manufacturers or conversion companies, stand well-positioned to engage with similar opportunities. The procurement targets businesses that can meet specific framework requirements while also focusing on innovative solutions for accessibility needs within public transportation sectors. This successful tender exemplifies potential growth areas for businesses that can deliver specialised goods tailored to public sector needs.

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Notice Title

Purchase of 1 x Access Vehicle for 2 x Wheelchairs

Notice Description

Purchase of 1 x Access Vehicle for 2 x Wheelchairs Direct award via TPPL CSKL and TPPL Bus Framework Lot 2: Van Conversions 5-26 Seat Accessible & Non-Accessible Vehicles.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068f48
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039913-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award 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

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
£44,148 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 10 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GOWRINGS MOBILITY GROUP

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