Planning

PAN3575 - Purchase of Passenger Transport Vehicles

LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

14 May 2026 at 13:57

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Leicester City Council focuses on the planned purchase of passenger transport vehicles, detailed under the title PAN3575. This falls under the industry category of public-service buses, with a procurement value estimated at £2,472,000 gross. The procurement is currently in the planning stage as of 14th May 2026, with a future notice date set for 20th May 2026. The council is preparing for the replacement of various passenger transport vehicles within the UK, specifically in the region coded as UKF21. It is important to note that this UK1 Pipeline Notice is for informational purposes only and is not an open invitation to tender. Further detailed notices may be issued if a formal tender opportunity arises, with a contract period tentatively planned from 29th June 2026 to 28th June 2027.

This proposed procurement presents potential business growth opportunities for suppliers, particularly those specialised in public-service buses or commercial vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suited to compete, as indicated in the tender's suitability criteria. Although no immediate action is required from suppliers, they are encouraged to prepare by registering on the Central Digital Platform (Find a Tender Service) to stay informed and ready for any potential bidding opportunities. With guidance materials and manuals available, businesses can easily navigate the procurement platform, positioning themselves to compete effectively when the formal tender process begins, thereby expanding their market reach and business operations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PAN3575 - Purchase of Passenger Transport Vehicles

Notice Description

This is a requirement for the council to replace many of the Passenger Transport Vehicles. Suppliers shall note that this is a UK1 Pipeline Notice and is not a call for competition. It is intended to provide the forecast of the impending procurement opportunity in line with Section 93 of the Procurement Act 2023, but may be amended after publication. There is no guarantee that a tender opportunity will result from this notice and neither does it commit the Council to procuring any contract. However, should a tender opportunity materialise, further detailed notice(s) would be published in line with the Council's obligations. At this stage, no input is required from potential Suppliers, and no further details are available on this opportunity. Furthermore, in preparation for any imminent opportunities, Suppliers are encouraged to register on the Central Digital Platform (Find a Tender Service: https://signin.account.gov.uk/sign-in-or-create). To assist prospective Suppliers, Cabinet Office have published video guides with accompanying PDF user manuals which will help Suppliers understand and navigate the platform, including how to register, upload organisational information and search and bid for opportunities. Please click on the following link: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/information-and-guidance-for-suppliers.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0698ef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044444-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34121100 - Public-service buses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,060,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 2027 6-12 months
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
LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE1 1FZ
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF21 Leicester
Delivery Location
TLF21 Leicester
Local Authority
Leicester
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Leicester South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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