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08 Jul 2026 at 13:58

Summary of the contracting process

Wrexham County Borough Council has issued a tender titled "WG Mini Comp | Proc-24-04-2-1 Hire of 26T Gritter - Winter Maintenance." This procurement process falls under the category of public authority sub-central government within the transportation industry, specifically focusing on gritter vehicles. The tender process is currently in the active stage, with the tender period concluding on 13th July 2026. It is conducted as an open competition below the threshold, allowing electronic submissions. The procurement is specifically aimed at hiring services for winter maintenance within the UK, particularly the region of Wrexham in the United Kingdom. Potential bidders should note the enquiry period ends on 10th July 2026.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in vehicle hire, particularly those with gritter vehicles essential for winter maintenance in local government scenarios. The contract is structured as a mini competition for suppliers already on Lot 3 of the framework agreement, encouraging participation from qualified enterprises. The total contract value stands at £38,400 gross, emphasising technical and quality criteria (80%) alongside price (20%) in award decisions. Businesses that can offer reliable, high-quality winter maintenance vehicle services will find this tender an attractive growth opportunity, aligning with Wrexham Borough's local service provision requirements. The contract period is set to run from 1st October 2026 to 30th April 2027, ensuring services are required over the crucial winter months.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

WG Mini Comp | Proc-24-04-2-1 Hire of 26T Gritter - Winter Maintenance

Notice Description

Mini Competition offered via invitation only to suppliers on Lot 3 | FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT FOR THE PROVISION OF VEHICLE HIRE C277/2025/2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c698
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064303-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34144440 - Gritter vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£32,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WREXHAM COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WREXHAM
Postcode
LL11 1AR
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL34 Flintshire and Wrexham
Delivery Location
TLL23 Flintshire and Wrexham

Local Authority
Wrexham
Electoral Ward
Grosvenor
Westminster Constituency
Wrexham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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