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23 Jul 2026 at 13:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Reactive Supply of Tyres to Fleet Workshop" involves the Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority as the buying organisation. Located in Rivenhall, UK, this tender falls under the goods category within the automotive sector, specifically for tyres for heavy and light-duty vehicles. The process reached the award stage with a contract signed on 21st July 2026, covering the period from 27th July 2026 to 26th July 2027, with a potential 12-month extension. This procurement was conducted through a "Below threshold - unknown" method and is valued at GBP 72,000 gross.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in automotive supplies. Companies providing tyres who can ensure timely delivery and meet quality standards could benefit from such contracts. County Tyre Holdings Ltd, trading as BITS, was successful in securing the contract, which underscores the potential for SMEs to participate effectively in similar procurement opportunities within the public sector. The contract's renewal provision also suggests long-term business engagement possibilities for reliable service providers in this industry.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Reactive Supply of Tyres to Fleet Workshop

Notice Description

Reactive supply of tyres for the Fleet Workshop, Lexden, Colchester

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d216
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069780-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34350000 - Tyres for heavy/light-duty vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£60,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Jul 2026 - 26 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
RIVENHALL
Postcode
CM8 3HB
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Braintree
Electoral Ward
Silver End & Cressing
Westminster Constituency
Witham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COUNTY TYRE HOLDINGS LTD (T/A BITS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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