Planning

Supply of 10 x 26t Refuse Collection Vehicles for Outright Purchase - HDG/2026/1011

STOKE-ON-TRENT CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

07 May 2026 at 11:00

Summary of the contracting process

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking tenders for the outright purchase of ten 26-tonne refuse collection vehicles. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the need for refuse-collection vehicles, classified under the CPV code 34144511. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage with initial supplier engagement and demonstrations having been conducted with potential suppliers Denis Eagle and Hillend Engineering from 13th to 27th April 2026. The awarded contract is expected to commence on 3rd May 2027 and conclude on 2nd May 2032. This documentation introduces an opportunity for suppliers to provide vehicles robust enough to handle various domestic and trade waste tasks within Stoke-on-Trent.

This procurement offers substantial opportunities for businesses in the automotive industry, particularly those specialising in heavy-duty vehicles suitable for waste management. Companies that can offer durable and high-performance refuse collection vehicles would be well-positioned to compete. The contract's focus on adaptability and durability in refuse vehicle performance indicates room for innovation and competitive offerings, ideal for enterprises looking to expand their footprint in municipal fleet services. This tender represents a valuable business growth opportunity for suppliers capable of meeting the demanding requirements specified by Stoke-on-Trent City Council.

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Notice Title

Supply of 10 x 26t Refuse Collection Vehicles for Outright Purchase - HDG/2026/1011

Notice Description

Tenders are invited from interested parties for the supply of 10 x 26t Refuse Collection Vehicles for outright purchase. The vehicles must be suitable to work in a demanding waste environment collecting all types of domestic, recyclable and trade waste contained in wheeled bins/containers ranging from 120 litres to 1280 litres. All vehicles and ancillary/lifting equipment provided must be suitable and capable of providing excellent performance and durability.

Planning Information

Supplier engagement and vehicle demonstrations with Denis Eagle and Hillend Engineering from 13 - 27th April 2026. Meetings held to discuss vehicle specifications and service requirements

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06932b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041840-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34144511 - Refuse-collection vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 May 2027 - 2 May 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STOKE-ON-TRENT CITY COUNCIL
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 1HH
Post Town
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Hartshill Park & Stoke
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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