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Modified Estates Vehicle

TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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08 May 2026 at 09:39

Summary of the contracting process

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority, a sub-central government public authority, has finalised the award of a contract for a "Modified Estates Vehicle". This procurement, concluded on 8th May 2026, pertains to the automotive sector and involves the acquisition of a van with a tail lift intended for the Estates team. This vehicle will aid in grounds maintenance and equipment movement within the Tyne and Wear region (UKC23), United Kingdom. The procurement was executed through a direct method below the threshold, without a competitive process, and the contract was valued at £45,540 gross. The contract term was notably brief, lasting for a single day on April 18th, 2026, with the contract being signed on 17th April 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities particularly for businesses in the motor vehicles industry capable of providing customised commercial vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could benefit from such contracts, particularly those with expertise in delivering specialised vehicle modifications and equipment. Given the direct nature of the procurement method, businesses that maintain a close relationship with governmental bodies and can respond swiftly to urgent needs are well-suited to engage in similar opportunities in the future. The awarded supplier, David Spear Commercials Limited, exemplifies an SME that successfully leveraged this opportunity.

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Notice Title

Modified Estates Vehicle

Notice Description

A van (1) with a tail lift for use by the Estates team for grounds maintenance and movement of equipment. An urgent replacement was required due to H&S recommendations and costs associated in relation to repairs and adaptations vs purchase of a new vehicle.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069454
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042344-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,950 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
17 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026 24 hours
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TYNE AND WEAR,
Postcode
SR5 3QY
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Washington North
Westminster Constituency
Washington and Gateshead South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DAVID SPEAR COMMERCIALS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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