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04 Aug 2026 at 12:12

Summary of the contracting process

Mid Suffolk District Council has finalised a procurement process for the purchase of an electric van, targeted at enhancing their service vehicles with more environmentally friendly options. The contract, which falls under the goods category, was awarded to Lookers Motor Group Limited on 4th August 2026. The procurement was conducted through a direct method below the threshold without competition and has since been completed. The contract began on 1st July 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2027, with delivery focused on the UKH14 region, specifically in Ipswich, UK. The legal basis for the procurement follows the 2023 regulations under UK law.

This procurement offers a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in electric vehicles, especially those equipped to supply and fit such units. It highlights the increasing demand for sustainable transport solutions by public authorities like Mid Suffolk District Council. While the procurement was conducted directly, it signifies a trend and a future opportunity for businesses in the electric vehicle sector to engage with similar public sector contracts. Businesses with expertise and capabilities in electric vehicle solutions will find such opportunities advantageous for growth, especially if they can position themselves as leaders in providing innovative, eco-friendly transport alternatives.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Purchase of EV Van

Notice Description

Purchase of EV Van and Fit.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06db3a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073695-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34144900 - Electric vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,080 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Apr 20263 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 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
MID SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOOKERS MOTOR GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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