---
title: "x1 - 18t Gritter"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3c6606cd-f940-475c-a0d5-8d59d11c9f34"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ST.HELENS COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-16"
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# x1 - 18t Gritter

Buyer: ST.HELENS COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3c6606cd-f940-475c-a0d5-8d59d11c9f34

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## Summary

The procurement process for the purchase of an 18-tonne gritter by St.Helens Council has been completed. This direct award was made via the YPO Framework 1170, Lot 7, in the category of gritter vehicles. Located in Sale, England, St.Helens Council acted as the buyer, with the award status marked as active as of 9th July 2026. The total value of the contract is £131,244.50, and the contract period spans from 15th to 16th July 2026. The procurement was specifically aimed at facilitating small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents growth opportunities for SMEs specialising in the manufacturing or supplying of gritter vehicles. The direct award method simplifies the bidding process, benefiting businesses that can efficiently deliver high-quality goods within tight timelines. Companies that have a strong track record of fulfilling public sector contracts and a focus on providing specialised heavy-duty vehicles will be well-suited to win similar procurements in the future, fostering further business development in this sector.

## Notice

Direct award via YPO Framework 1170 - Lot 7

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a5ae248-e866-4d73-8ca9-868e3433112c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Jul 2026 - 16 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £131,244 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £131,244 |
| 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 | ST.HELENS COUNCIL |
| Locality | SALE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M33 7ZF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Sale Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROMAQUIP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34144440 - Gritter vehicles

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2026 at 10:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a5ae248-e866-4d73-8ca9-868e3433112c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a5ae248-e866-4d73-8ca9-868e3433112c
  16th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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