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title: "PAN1949 - Axle Load Indicators"
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# PAN1949 - Axle Load Indicators

Buyer: LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-03a01886-8964-4664-8aef-2743d2c91865

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## Summary

Leicester City Council has awarded a contract titled "PAN1949 - Axle Load Indicators" for the supply of axle load indicators for a diverse fleet of over 700 vehicles. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on parts and accessories for vehicles, with a focus on compliance enhancement for vehicles weighing over 3.5 tonnes. The initial contract period is from 12th November 2018 to 11th November 2019, with potential extensions of up to three additional years. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, with the award notice published on 17th January 2019.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in vehicle accessories and weighing machinery. Companies with capabilities in developing and supplying innovative axle load indicators will find this tender particularly suitable. As Leicester City Council is committed to maintaining operational efficiency and legal compliance, firms that offer cutting-edge solutions may greatly benefit from collaborating with the authority to meet its ongoing needs within the vehicle fleet management sector.

## Notice

Leicester City Council invited Tenders for the provision of axle load indicators on an ad hoc basis for a large range of vehicles. Leicester City Council has a fleet of over 700 vehicles and is the holder of a Goods Vehicle Operator's Licence. To enhance our legal and safety compliance, we have taken the decision to install axle load indicators on all our vehicles of 3.5t GVM and above, and also on to some smaller vehicles where there is an operational need. The Contract will be for one year with an option to extend for a period or periods totalling no more than a further three years. The contract was awarded to a single Supplier.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14d08777-e5b3-4b00-bdc5-500a9cd9f0cc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Oct 2018 |
| Contract period | 12 Nov 2018 - 11 Nov 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £355,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £353,084 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE1 1FZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester |
| Local authority | Leicester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Leicester South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AXLE WEIGHT TECHNOLOGY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 34300000 - Parts and accessories for vehicles and their engines
- 42923000 - Weighing machinery and scales

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2019 at 09:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14d08777-e5b3-4b00-bdc5-500a9cd9f0cc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14d08777-e5b3-4b00-bdc5-500a9cd9f0cc
  17th January 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=9d3f5bca-9691-e811-80ed-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.leicester.gov.uk

## Provenance

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