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06 Jul 2026 at 13:16

Summary of the contracting process

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council has completed a public procurement process under the Crown Commercial Services Framework Agreement (Code RM6265), specifically targeting the Vehicle Hire Solution (Lot 5 - Car Share Solution), with the procurement title "Electric Pool Cars". The initiative aims to establish an electric pool car scheme for employees and the public, focusing on reducing carbon emissions and the use of 'grey fleet' vehicles. This procurement falls under the category of services, with an emphasis on vehicle-fleet management services. The contract was awarded on 3rd July 2026, and the agreement is set to run until 4th June 2028, with a renewal option for an additional year. The total contract value is set at £53,870 GBP.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the car hire and vehicle management sectors, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies that specialise in sustainable transport solutions and vehicle-fleet management services would be well-suited to engage in similar future tenders. The Council's focus on environmental sustainability presents growth opportunities for businesses that align with carbon reduction and sustainable transport solutions. CO-WHEELS CAR CLUB COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY, the supplier for this contract, reflects the type of enterprise well-positioned to benefit, highlighting the potential for growth in vehicle-sharing schemes aimed at reducing carbon footprints.

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Notice Title

Electric Pool Cars

Notice Description

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council (hereinafter referred to as the Council) is seeking to procure under the Crown Commercial Services Framework Agreement Code RM6265, titled: Vehicle Hire Solution (Lot 5 - Car Share Solution) an electric pool car scheme for its employees and members of the public, with the aim of reducing carbon footprint and mileage travelled in 'grey fleet' vehicles too.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c463
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063230-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

50111100 - Vehicle-fleet management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£53,870 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Jul 2026 - 4 Jun 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WELWYN HATFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Postcode
AL8 6AE
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Handside
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CO-WHEELS CAR CLUB COMMUNITY INTEREST

Further Information

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