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title: "PRN004592 Light Vehicle Replacement (FI Dog)"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NOTTINGHAMSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE"
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# PRN004592 Light Vehicle Replacement (FI Dog)

Buyer: NOTTINGHAMSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5609292c-d404-4b0f-9d84-262c552edf40

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## Summary

The procurement process was initiated by the Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service for the replacement of light vehicles used by Fire Investigation dogs. Classified under the Specialist Vehicles category, the contract pertains to the acquisition of goods and is valued at £101,461.14. This procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The process, now at the award stage, saw the contract period extend from 28th January 2026 to 28th April 2026, with the location of delivery set in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. Key dates include the tender closure on 14th January 2026 and the award date on 15th January 2026.

This tender presents notable opportunities for large businesses involved in the production and supply of specialist vehicles. The contract, awarded to Volkswagen Group United Kingdom Ltd, indicates a suitable match for companies of similar scale capable of fulfilling such specialised requirements. Although not ideal for SMEs or VCSEs, large organisations stand to benefit from engaging in similar tender opportunities, potentially leading to future partnerships with public sector entities like the Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service and other similar bodies across the UK.

## Notice

Light vehicle replacement for Fire Investigation dog.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63b1f289-9238-45a7-81e2-79a0082fb35e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 Jan 2026 - 28 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £101,461 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £101,461 |
| 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 | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG5 8PD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF16 South Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Gedling |
| Electoral ward | Bestwood St Albans |
| Westminster constituency | Gedling |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VOLKSWAGEN GROUP UNITED KINGDOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34114000 - Specialist vehicles

## Release History

- 30 Jan 2026 at 11:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63b1f289-9238-45a7-81e2-79a0082fb35e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/63b1f289-9238-45a7-81e2-79a0082fb35e
  30th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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