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title: "VRS/FL32 - Vehicle Recovery Services - AWARD"
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buyer: "DURHAM POLICE"
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# VRS/FL32 - Vehicle Recovery Services - AWARD

Buyer: DURHAM POLICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d2798bc4-4e84-47cd-a554-129241bc61b2

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## Summary

Durham Police has completed the procurement process for the project titled "VRS/FL32 - Vehicle Recovery Services - AWARD." This contract, classified under the industry category of "Breakdown and recovery services for motor vehicles" (CPV code: 50118400), involves appointing multiple operators to provide vehicle recovery services across the County of Durham and the Borough of Darlington. The contract is divided into ten geographic lots, covering both light and heavy recovery services. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the contracting period set to commence on 1 October 2024 and end on 30 September 2029. The award for this contract was published on 26 July 2024, following the tender period which ended on 22 April 2024. Key locations include Chester Le Street, Stanley, Darlington, and other specified areas within Durham County.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses engaged in vehicle recovery services, particularly those with capabilities in both light and heavy recovery. The division of the contract into ten lots allows specialised companies to focus on their areas of expertise and geographical preference. Businesses equipped with the necessary resources and experience in vehicle recovery could benefit significantly from the long-term contract period of five years, ensuring steady work and the possibility of sustained growth. Companies such as Alpha Recovery Ltd, Fred Henderson Ltd, and RON PERRY A19 TEST & TUNE have been awarded the contract, indicating the competitive nature of this procurement opportunity.

## Notice

Durham Constabulary wishes to appoint several Operators to provide Vehicle Recovery Services across the County of Durham and Borough of Darlington. To facilitate this, the Contract will be divided into ten geographic lots: Light Recovery: o Lot 1 - Chester Le St, Stanley, Annfield Plain o Lot 2 - Durham, Brandon, Esh Winning, Bowburn o Lot 3 - Consett, Lanchester, Wolsingham, Stanhope & Weardale o Lot 4 - Bishop Auckland, Barnard Castle, Crook Willington and Shildon & Teesdale o Lot 5 _ Peterlee, Seaham, Wheatley Hill o Lot 6 - Newton Aycliffe, Spennymoor, Sedgefield, Ferryhill o Lot 7 - Darlington & surrounding area Heavy Recovery o Lot 8 - North area (embracing Durham, Chester Le St, Stanley, Spennymoor, Peterlee, Seaham and Consett) o Lot 9 - East area (embracing Darlington, Newton Aycliffe, Sedgefield and Ferryhill) o Lot 10 - West area (embracing Bishop Auckland, Barnard Castle and Crook)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f95a8289-7545-4897-beec-1caf053218f4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Apr 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | DURHAM POLICE |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | ALPHA RECOVERY; FRED HENDERSON; RON PERRY A19 TEST & TUNE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50118400 - Breakdown and recovery services for motor vehicles

## Release History

- 26 Jul 2024 at 12:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f95a8289-7545-4897-beec-1caf053218f4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f95a8289-7545-4897-beec-1caf053218f4
  26th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.police.uk

## Provenance

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