Vehicle Conversion Services for Police Vehicles

POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DURHAM

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Award

08 Jun 2026 at 12:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Durham involves the provision of vehicle conversion services for police vehicles. This contract, titled "Vehicle Conversion Services for Police Vehicles", is categorised under motor vehicle conversion services and is part of an industry classified as services. The procurement took place under a direct award method without competition, aimed at sub-central government authorities within the region of Durham, United Kingdom. The purchasing organisation operates from the Police Headquarters at Aykley Heads, Durham. This contract was signed on 14th May 2026 and will remain active until 13th May 2029, with a total gross value of £180,000.

This procurement presents business growth opportunities particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in vehicle conversion services. The direct award method indicates a non-competitive process, benefiting businesses with established relationships or specialised skills in this niche sector. Robert Lawson & Sons (Scotland) Ltd, identified as an SME, has been awarded this contract, highlighting the potential for similar companies to gain footholds in public sector contracts, especially where ad-hoc arrangements and tailored service provisions are required by public authorities. Businesses with expertise in service delivery for public authorities can utilise such contracts to diversify and expand their service portfolios.

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Notice Title

Vehicle Conversion Services for Police Vehicles

Notice Description

Ad hoc arrangement for the conversion of police vehicles. No committed volumes. Direct Award without competition.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06afb5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053772-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50117100 - Motor vehicle conversion services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
13 May 2026 - 13 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DURHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5TT
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ROBERT LAWSON & SONS (SCOTLAND

Further Information

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