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title: "ADR 3.5t Curtain Sided Van with Tail Lift"
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# ADR 3.5t Curtain Sided Van with Tail Lift

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-43236b65-c91a-40d4-89bd-c7af0c735258

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has awarded a contract to Prime Path Engineering Ltd for the provision of an ADR 3.5t Curtain Sided Van with Tail Lift. This procurement falls under the industry category of panel vans and is classified with CPV code 34136200. The contract commenced on 21 February 2025 and will run until 18 April 2025, with delivery to be made to Salisbury, England. This contract was acquired through an open procurement method, specifically an open procedure below the threshold, ensuring transparency and accessibility for various suppliers. The total contract value is £84,818.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in custom vehicle solutions, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The contract's successful acquisition by Prime Path Engineering Ltd, an SME, highlights the accessibility of such procurement processes to smaller firms. Companies capable of providing tailored vehicle solutions, particularly those with experience in defence sector requirements, would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders. Engaging in such contracts can offer significant revenue opportunities and establish valuable connections within the defence industry.

## Notice

Provision of an ADR 3.5t Curtain Sided Van with Tail Lift Please note that this notice is published for transparency purposes only, and sets out to confirm that Dstl have awarded a Contract to Prime Path Engineering Limited

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61a05fd3-a005-4a76-be9b-857e84570ad5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Feb 2025 - 18 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £84,818 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £84,818 |
| 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 | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP4 0JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PRIME PATH ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34136200 - Panel vans

## Release History

- 24 Mar 2025 at 13:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61a05fd3-a005-4a76-be9b-857e84570ad5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61a05fd3-a005-4a76-be9b-857e84570ad5
  24th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0d98475a-bff9-45b4-b463-b3c717317d61
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fc28428b-9027-4d91-92cf-4514616ded5e

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