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title: "EV Mobile Library Vehicle"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3f7b55f3-142c-4b64-9f8c-20188f0553cf"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-01-16"
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# EV Mobile Library Vehicle

Buyer: WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3f7b55f3-142c-4b64-9f8c-20188f0553cf

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## Summary

Worcestershire County Council has awarded a contract for the provision of an electric vehicle (EV) mobile library to Torton Bodies Limited. This procurement falls under the specialist vehicles industry category and aims to replace the current library vehicle while also developing an outreach service. The contract, valued at £254,000, was completed through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates include the contract start on 20th December 2024, with completion expected by 1st August 2025. The delivery location is noted as Worcester, postcode WR5 2NP.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the manufacture and supply of specialist vehicles, particularly electric vehicles, to secure a lucrative contract with a local authority. SMEs are especially well-suited to compete in this procurement process, as indicated by the suitability criteria. By participating in tenders like this, businesses can enhance their portfolio of public sector clients and gain exposure to further public procurement opportunities.

## Notice

Worcestershire County Council secured a grant to fund the replacement of its current library vehicle with a new electric vehicle (EV), mobile library. It is also intended that the new vehicle be utilised to develop an outreach service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5051738f-f760-4862-a2ce-931ae066566c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 20 Dec 2024 - 1 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £254,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £254,000 |
| 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 | WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WORCESTER |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR5 2NP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | Nunnery |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TORTON BODIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34114000 - Specialist vehicles

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2025 at 15:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5051738f-f760-4862-a2ce-931ae066566c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5051738f-f760-4862-a2ce-931ae066566c
  16th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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