Tender

Supply of Scrap Cars (Devoid of All Fluids)

EAST SUSSEX FIRE AUTHORITY

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Tender

10 Jun 2026 at 07:42

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The East Sussex Fire Authority, acting on behalf of East Sussex Fire and Rescue Services and Sussex Police, is in the tender stage of a procurement process for the supply of scrap cars devoid of all fluids, intended for firefighter training. This contract falls under the industry category of firefighting, rescue, and safety equipment, and involves the delivery of goods. The procurement method used is an open procedure. Businesses can submit clarifications and tenders via the InTend portal. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 8th July 2026, following the end of the enquiry period on 1st July 2026. The contract award is anticipated by 10th August 2026, with the contract period commencing on 1st October 2026 in Ireland. The gross contract value is £144,000, with a net value of £120,000.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in the disposal and recycling of end-of-life vehicles, particularly those with capabilities to supply vehicles devoid of fluids. It is especially suited for companies experienced in the delivery and logistics of firefighting and safety equipment. The contract includes an award criteria favouring a mix of price (60%), quality (30%), and social value (10%), providing an advantage to businesses offering competitive pricing and high-quality service. Additionally, the contract features potential renewal options of up to two additional twelve-month terms, allowing for long-term partnership prospects. This offers a strategic opportunity for businesses looking to expand their market presence in the public sector, particularly within the sub-central government segment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Scrap Cars (Devoid of All Fluids)

Notice Description

East Sussex Fire Authority (ESFA), on behalf of East Sussex Fire and Rescue Services (ESFRS) and Sussex Police are looking to source a supplier to provide a regular supply of end-of-life vehicles, devoid of all fluids for firefighter training.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b14a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054522-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
8 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX FIRE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 2DZ
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Bridge
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Further Information

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