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Award

09 Jul 2026 at 16:44

Award

22 Jun 2026 at 09:56

Award

22 Jun 2026 at 09:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by Coventry City Council, was for the supply of temporary Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) equipment, specifically for the Godiva in the City 2026 event. The procurement falls under the 'goods' category and is classified as security equipment. The process reached the award and contract stage by 9th July 2026, with the contract spanning from 9th July to 31st August 2026. The procurement method was direct and below the threshold, indicating an award without competition. It involved delivering the equipment to Coventry, UKG33 region, ensuring that the event's security needs are promptly met within the specified timeframe.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in security solutions and equipment. Crowdguard Limited, an SME, successfully secured the contract, demonstrating the potential for similar businesses to expand their presence in public sector procurement. Companies experienced in providing rapid deployment security measures and able to meet tight delivery schedules will find this type of procurement particularly fitting. By showcasing expertise in delivering high-stakes security solutions, businesses can enhance their portfolios and open doors to further opportunities within the public authority sector.

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Notice Title

The supply of temporary Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) equipment

Notice Description

The supply of temporary Hostile Vehicle Mitigation (HVM) equipment for Godiva in the City 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b9b8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064904-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

35121000 - Security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,869 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£28,869 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Coventry City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 5RR
Postcode Area
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Crowdguard Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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