Notice Information
Notice Title
Supply of one 17seat fully accessible minibus light
Notice Description
Tender Specification: Supply of 17-Seat Fully Accessible Light Minibus1. OverviewWe are seeking tenders for the supply and delivery of one (1) brand-new, fully accessible 17-seat light minibus. The vehicle will be used for community transport purposes and must meet high standards of accessibility, safety, and passenger comfort.This tender will be live for one (1) week only, and delivery timescales will be a key factor in the award decision. Delivery to site must be within a maximum of 12 weeks from order confirmation, with preference given to suppliers who can deliver sooner.2. Base Vehicle RequirementsManufacturer: Base vehicle must be manufactured by Peugeot, Citroen, or FiatSeating Capacity: Minimum of 17 seats total - 1 driver seat + 16 passenger seatsDrive: Preferably front-wheel driveTransmission:Manual transmission is preferredAutomatic transmission will be considered if it enables significantly earlier deliveryFuel Type: Diesel only3. Accessibility RequirementsWheelchair Accessibility:Internal passenger lift - Braun or equivalent, minimum 350kg lifting capacityRoom to safely accommodate 1 wheelchair userAt least 6 removable passenger seats to allow flexible layoutFull tracking system to suit removable seats and wheelchair positionOne full set of ISO 10542-compliant wheelchair tie-downs and occupant restraintsEntry Assistance Features:Automatic side stepYellow grab handles at all passenger access points to support older and less mobile passengers4. Interior Features and Passenger ComfortCabin:Driver cab air conditioningRadio/audio systemDriver seat with armrestPassenger Compartment:Rear compartment heatingDurable, non-slip flooringAdequate lighting for safe boarding and nighttime useSeating Material:All seats must have durable, fire-retardant upholsterySeating must be anti-bacterial, wipe-clean, and stain-resistantCompliant with Schedule 6 of the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986 or equivalentCushioned seats and backrests for passenger comfortColour is not important - standard manufacturer options are acceptable5. Safety, Compliance, and Road ReadinessThe minibus must be supplied fully road legal and ready to use, including:Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) or EC Whole Vehicle Type Approval (ECWVTA)First registration and issue of V5C document12 months' road tax (Vehicle Excise Duty)Vehicle must meet all relevant standards including:PAS 2012:2015 for accessible minibusesM1/M2 category complianceSupplied with:Full warranty documentation (base vehicle and conversion)First aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangleConversion certification and any type approval evidence6. Delivery & HandoverDelivery Address:Dolen Teifi Community Transport, The Old Post Office, Llandysul, SA44 4QJDelivery Timescale: Within 8-12 weeks maximum from order confirmationEarlier delivery will be prioritised in evaluationSupplier must provide:Full handover and familiarisation session on deliveryAfter-sales servicing guidance and contact details7. Tender Submission RequirementsInterested suppliers must submit the following:Complete technical specification of proposed minibusPhotographs or renderings (if available)Full pricing including VAT and delivery to SA44 4QJConfirmation of guaranteed delivery timeframeWarranty details for both base vehicle and conversionEvidence of type approval, road tax and registration compliance8. Evaluation CriteriaDelivery timescale to site (50%)Compliance with vehicle specification (30%)Value for money (20%)NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=153227. (WA Ref:153227)
Notice Details
Publication & Lifecycle
- Open Contracting ID
- ocds-kuma6s-153227
- Publication Source
- Sell2Wales
- Latest Notice
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=153227
- Current Stage
- Tender
- All Stages
- Tender
Procurement Classification
- Notice Type
- S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
- Procurement Type
- Standard
- Procurement Category
- Goods
- Procurement Method
- Open
- Procurement Method Details
- Not specified
- Tender Suitability
- Not specified
- Awardee Scale
- Not specified
Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)
- CPV Divisions
34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
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- CPV Codes
34120000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of 10 or more persons
Notice Value(s)
- Tender Value
- Not specified
- Lots Value
- Not specified
- Awards Value
- Not specified
- Contracts Value
- Not specified
Notice Dates
- Publication Date
- 9 Jul 20257 months ago
- Submission Deadline
- 21 Jul 2025Expired
- Future Notice Date
- Not specified
- Award Date
- Not specified
- Contract Period
- Not specified - Not specified
- Recurrence
- Not specified
Notice Status
- Tender Status
- Not Specified
- Lots Status
- Not Specified
- Awards Status
- Not Specified
- Contracts Status
- Not Specified
Buyer & Supplier
Contracting Authority (Buyer)
- Main Buyer
- LLANDYSUL A PHONT TYWEI CYF
- Contact Name
- Rod Bowen
- Contact Email
- rod@dolenteifi.org.uk
- Contact Phone
- +44 1559362403
Buyer Location
- Locality
- LLANDYSUL, CEREDIGION
- Postcode
- SA44 4QJ
- Post Town
- Swansea
- Country
- Wales
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- Major Region (ITL 1)
- TLL Wales
- Basic Region (ITL 2)
- TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
- Small Region (ITL 3)
- TLL41 Mid Wales
- Delivery Location
- Not specified
-
- Local Authority
- Ceredigion
- Electoral Ward
- Llandysul South
- Westminster Constituency
- Ceredigion Preseli
Further Information
Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)
View full OCDS Record for this contracting process
The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.
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