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title: "PAN3528 - Supply of Electric Buses (x10)"
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# PAN3528 - Supply of Electric Buses (x10)

Buyer: LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-468c4b38-2fbe-46e4-b554-e6dba4e3d061

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## Summary

The procurement process, executed by Leicester City Council, pertained to the supply of ten electric buses, aimed at transitioning the city's bus services from diesel to electric to address pollution concerns. This opportunity falls under the 'Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation' category and is situated in England, United Kingdom. The tender was in the 'Award' stage as of the latest update on 30th June 2026, with the contract expected to run from 13th July 2026 to 12th July 2027. The contract's value is approximately £3,666,000, awarded to PELICAN ENGINEERING COMPANY (SALES) LIMITED. The procurement method is marked as 'Other', indicating a unique or tailored process.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the production and supply of electric vehicles, particularly those with capabilities aligned with government contracts. SMEs have the potential to benefit from such procurement due to the suitability assessments favouring small enterprises. Companies with expertise in advanced vehicle accessibility features and those geared towards eco-friendly transportation innovations would find this tender particularly advantageous. The shift towards electric buses also aligns with broader sustainable transport initiatives, opening avenues for businesses committed to environmental sustainability.

## Notice

This procurement is for ten (10) electric buses. This scheme seeks to convert the bus services from diesel to fully electric bus operation. The main objective is to reduce air and noise pollution along the roads used by this bus network. A secondary objective is the upgrade of the vehicle specification in relation to accessibility features - such as audio-visual announcements, hearing loops and additional wheelchair/buggy space.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdd16fbc-15be-46f6-919e-2c7789348875 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,666,000 |
| 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 | 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 | 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 | PELICAN ENGINEERING COMPANY (SALES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

## Release History

- 30 Jun 2026 at 12:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdd16fbc-15be-46f6-919e-2c7789348875

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdd16fbc-15be-46f6-919e-2c7789348875
  30th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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