Vehicle Conversions 001

POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LANCASHIRE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

19 Jun 2026 at 14:00

Award

19 Jun 2026 at 13:29

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire focuses on the project titled "Vehicle Conversions 001" under the industry category of motor vehicle conversion services. This tender operates within the region of Preston, UKD45, utilising a selective procurement method through the BLC Vehicle Conversions BLC0157 framework. The completion and award to AJ Engineering Services Limited covers the conversion of 34 Toyota Corollas with a contract valued at £286,011.06 excluding VAT. The contract, signed on 19th June 2026, is scheduled from 1st to 15th July 2026 and has been confirmed complete, emphasising its award under a framework agreement.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for enterprises specialising in vehicle modification services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) similar to AJ Engineering Services Limited, who can handle sub-central government contracts and provide expert conversion services, are well-suited to compete in such processes. Engaging in this category allows companies to expand their portfolio in public service contracts, which can lead to future engagements within this and other regional authorities.

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Notice Title

Vehicle Conversions 001

Notice Description

Utilising the BLC Vehicle Conversions BLC0157 framework, and to award to AJ Engineering for the conversion of 34 Toyota Corollas costing PS286,011.06 Excl VAT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b943
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058182-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Award under framework
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
£286,011 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£286,011 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 15 Jul 2026 30 days
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 LANCASHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PRESTON
Postcode
PR4 5SB
Post Town
Preston
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD45 Mid Lancashire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Preston
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Preston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AJ ENGINEERING SERVICES

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