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title: "THE PURCHASE OF 61 LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES"
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# THE PURCHASE OF 61 LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

Buyer: SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4ba5503-2e48-4eb9-b362-4a620b1cd88f

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## Summary

Sunderland City Council recently awarded a contract for the purchase of 61 light commercial vehicles, concluding the tender process on 8th December 2025. This procurement, valued at £1,833,224.46, falls under the motor vehicles category for the transport of goods, specifically targeted to replace vehicles as part of their 2026 capital replacement plan. The successful supplier, Motus Group (UK) Ltd t/a Pentagon Derby, will deliver these vehicles to the North East region of the United Kingdom, with the contract period starting from 2nd March 2026 and ending on 30th September 2026. This tender was executed through a selective procurement method, involving a call-off from the TPPL framework agreement, underpinning Sunderland City Council's strategic approach to procurement.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle manufacturing and supply, particularly those that can offer light commercial variants up to 5 tonnes. It is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), providing potential growth opportunities through association with Sunderland City Council's strategic plans. Engaging in such contracts can bolster a company's reputation and market presence significantly. Moreover, firms experienced in fulfilling framework agreements would find this opportunity particularly advantageous, allowing them to showcase their capabilities in delivering bespoke vehicle solutions tailored to specific municipal needs.

## Notice

Call for Competition from the TPPL Framework reference TPPL HCC0P03 Lot 2 Light Commercial Vehicles up to 5t. Sunderland City Council are seeking a single Supplier that can provide 21 variants of a total of 61 Light Commercial vehicles as part of the 2026 capital replacement plan.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcc68830-04c3-4a66-b765-d7665eb6b248 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,833,224 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,833,224 |
| 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 | SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MOTUS GROUP (UK) LTD T/A PENTAGON DERBY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34130000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of goods

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2026 at 13:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcc68830-04c3-4a66-b765-d7665eb6b248

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bcc68830-04c3-4a66-b765-d7665eb6b248
  17th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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