Planning

Fleet Replacement Programme

SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

08 May 2026 at 09:01

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Southampton City Council is initiating a procurement process titled "Fleet Replacement Programme," focusing on the supply of various vehicles, including cars, vans, trucks, and specialist vehicles in accordance with sustainability targets. This procurement falls under the industry category of motor vehicles and is planned to occur in the United Kingdom. This tender process is currently in the Planning stage with key future dates including a contract period starting from 1st October 2026 to 1st October 2031, and a future notice date set for 1st July 2026. The procurement will be conducted through an open procedure, offering a total project value of £36,000,000, with the contract suiting SMEs due to its open procurement method.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the automotive industry, particularly those specialising in sustainable vehicle technology that aligns with the council’s preference for low-emission vehicles. Companies that can supply a diverse fleet and manage phased vehicle delivery and decommissioning are well-positioned to capitalise on this opportunity. The substantial contract value and long-term engagement offer sustained business growth potential, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises that match the procurement criteria and can offer innovative solutions to meet environmental standards.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fleet Replacement Programme

Notice Description

Supply of Vehicles: Cars, vans, trucks, and specialist vehicles suitable for various council services. Fleet Transition Planning: Phased delivery and decommissioning of old vehicles over five years. Sustainability Compliance: Preference for low-emission or zero-emission vehicles in line with council environmental targets.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069438
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042302-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 1 Oct 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 7LY
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Bargate
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Further Information

Notice Documents

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