Planning

Accessible Minibuses

CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Planning

22 May 2026 at 09:28

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council is planning a procurement process for the purchase of up to 23 accessible minibuses, each with 16 seats. This opportunity is situated in Bradford, United Kingdom, within the UKE41 region. The procurement falls under the "goods" category, specifically minibuses, and is currently in the planning stage. Key dates include the future notice release on 1st July 2026, with the contract period projected to start on 1st January 2027 and concluding on 31st December 2032. Interested parties should note the legal basis under UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for manufacturers and suppliers of commercial and accessible vehicles seeking to expand their market presence in the public sector. Businesses with expertise in supplying specialised minibuses, particularly with adaptations for accessibility, will find this contract highly suitable. The procurement process is being managed by the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council, highlighting their commitment to improving local transport infrastructure and accessibility. Companies with robust manufacturing capabilities, strong logistical networks, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, accessible transport solutions would be well-positioned to compete in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Accessible Minibuses

Notice Description

Purchase of up to 23 16 seat accessible minibuses

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a072
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047578-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34114400 - Minibuses

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2032 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
CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE41 Bradford
Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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