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title: "Staff car for horticulture team"
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# Staff car for horticulture team

Buyer: BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cac34f6f-f49c-459c-8a18-f0b5a254fc1c

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## Summary

The Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew successfully completed a procurement process to purchase an all-electric staff car for their horticulture team. The tender, titled "Staff car for horticulture team," falls under the industry category of electric vehicles (CPV code: 34144900) and is situated in Richmond, England (postal code: TW93AE). The procurement utilised a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement coordinated by GMP Drivercare. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 15th January 2024 and the contract period from 19th January 2024 to 26th February 2024. The contract, valued at £44,754.65, was awarded to Johnsons Fleet Services on 15th January 2024.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the electric vehicle sector, especially those capable of supplying vehicles with specific requirements such as all-electric power, capacity for five adults, extensive luggage space, and a range of over 300 miles. The procurement process was suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), indicating that similar future opportunities may be structured to support smaller, community-focused, and innovative businesses. Engaging in such tenders could help businesses expand their client base and demonstrate their capacity to meet the stringent requirements of prestigious organisations like the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew.

## Notice

Purchase of a staff car for the horticultural team. The car must be all electric powered and have capacity for 5 adults and luggage and a range of over 300 miles. Framework : Direct Award through YPO Vehicle Hire, Lease and Purchase Framework 1092 coordinated by GMP Drivercare

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/434d7ec6-e533-40b0-af72-919963de3366 |
| 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, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | 19 Jan 2024 - 26 Feb 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £44,754 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £44,754 |
| 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 | BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JOHNSONS FLEET SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34144900 - Electric vehicles

## Release History

- 25 Jul 2024 at 15:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/434d7ec6-e533-40b0-af72-919963de3366

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/434d7ec6-e533-40b0-af72-919963de3366
  25th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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