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The hire of cars and vans for Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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01 May 2026 at 09:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Blackburn With Darwen Borough Council, was focused on the hire of cars and vans, classified under the services industry category. Situated in Blackburn, UK, the procurement followed a direct method due to it being below threshold, hence conducted without competition. The procurement phase has been completed, with key dates indicating a contract signing on 30th March 2026 and a contract period beginning on 1st April 2026, ending on 31st March 2027. This process aimed to support various council departments with vehicle hire services an as-needed basis, ensuring continuity of service with minimal disruption.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for local vehicle hire firms, particularly those capable of providing flexible fleet support services. Enterprises like small and medium-sized vehicle hire businesses would benefit from the ability to engage with such municipal contracts. The awarding of the contract to Intack Self Drive Limited highlights the potential value for local suppliers, who can leverage their proximity and service agility to meet public sector requirements efficiently. Successful bidders in this domain can enhance their portfolio by serving diverse departmental needs across the council infrastructure.

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Notice Title

The hire of cars and vans for Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

Notice Description

A local company which we utilise for hires of vehicles when required, this expands throughout the council and all departments. Short- and long-term hire is obtained on an Ad Hoc basis for several departments. This service is essential to the Council to provide cover with vehicles and ensuring the service is not disrupted or cause reputational damage to the council.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068ffa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040323-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50111110 - Vehicle-fleet-support services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKBURN
Postcode
BB1 7DY
Post Town
Blackburn
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Blackburn with Darwen
Electoral Ward
Blackburn Central
Westminster Constituency
Blackburn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INTACK SELF DRIVE

Further Information

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