Tender

DFC - USEL - Provision of Fleet Servicing and Maintenance

ULSTER SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT LIMITED

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Tender

20 May 2026 at 09:44

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Ulster Supported Employment Limited seeking services for the maintenance and servicing of its commercial vehicle fleet in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The tender, titled "DFC - USEL - Provision of Fleet Servicing and Maintenance," categorises under repair and maintenance services of vehicles. It is currently in the Tender stage and follows an open procurement procedure. Key dates include the tender submission deadline on 23rd June 2026 and the contract expected to start on 7th July 2026, ending on 22nd June 2029. The procurement is managed by CPD - Supplies & Services Division and has a contract value estimated at £216,000 gross (£180,000 net). All tenders must be submitted electronically via the eTendersNI platform.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in fleet maintenance, repairs, and associated vehicle services, especially those with capabilities in handling commercial vehicles. It offers a substantial contract size that can boost revenue and provides an extended service period of three years, allowing for steady, predictable business growth. Such businesses should demonstrate compliance with industry standards, efficient contract management, and competitive pricing. The tender requires suppliers who can assure vehicle readiness for statutory testing and handle unexpected repairs through negotiated agreements. Small to medium-sized enterprises with expertise in vehicle diagnostics and proactive maintenance frameworks would find this tender particularly advantageous.

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Notice Title

DFC - USEL - Provision of Fleet Servicing and Maintenance

Notice Description

This contract covers the full maintenance and servicing of USEL's commercial vehicle fleet, including scheduled servicing, repairs, inspections, and breakdown support. The supplier must carry out all work in line with manufacturer standards, using appropriate testing and diagnostic equipment, and ensure vehicles are roadworthy and ready for statutory testing. Services are delivered at fixed costs, with any additional or repair work requiring prior approval and quotation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069cea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046178-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

50110000 - Repair and maintenance services of motor vehicles and associated equipment

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jun 20261 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Jul 2026 - 22 Jun 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ULSTER SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT LIMITED
Additional Buyers

CPD - SUPPLIES & SERVICES DIVISION

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT13 3JH
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Sydenham
Westminster Constituency
Belfast East

Further Information

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