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title: "Managed Remarketing of Vehicles and Plant"
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# Managed Remarketing of Vehicles and Plant

Buyer: THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dd79fe8b-44ef-4ef7-af57-aacbfccd5586

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## Summary

The Association of North East Councils trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) has finalised a multi-supplier Framework Agreement for the Managed Remarketing of Vehicles and Plant for use by Contracting Authorities throughout the United Kingdom. This procurement process falls under the "services" category, specifically auction services (CPV code: 79342400). The procurement method was an open procedure above the threshold, with bids accepted until 25 September 2024. The contract is extensive, spanning from 1 February 2025 to 31 January 2031. The award phase has been successfully completed, with the agreement being published on 17 January 2025. The total contract value is estimated at £120,000,000 GBP. Key contacts include Michelle Graham (fleet@nepo.org). The head office is located at NEPO Northern Design Centre, Abbots Hill, Baltic Business Quarter, Gateshead, NE8 3DF, United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in auction and remarketing services. The framework is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, supporting diverse business sizes. Seven suppliers have been awarded under this framework, including both large enterprises and SMEs, highlighting the varied competition. Businesses capable of providing vehicle and plant remarketing services will find this framework a substantial opportunity to expand their client base across the UK. Furthermore, the long contract duration ensures sustained business engagement and potential for growth within the public procurement sector.

## Notice

The Association of North East Councils trading as the North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) has established a multi-supplier Framework Agreement for the Managed Remarketing of Vehicles and Plant for use by Contracting Authorities throughout the United Kingdom.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff3afbeb-921a-497c-a6e6-8e18147a54c1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | 17 May 2024 |
| Award date | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £120,000,000 |
| 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 | THE ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS LIMITED |
| Locality | GATESHEAD |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE8 3DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Gateshead |
| Electoral ward | Bridges |
| Westminster constituency | Gateshead Central and Whickham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 7 |
| Supplier names | ASTON BARCLAY; BPI AUCTIONS; BRIGHTWELLS; COMMERCIAL VEHICLE AUCTIONS; JOHN PYE & SONS; MERTHYR TYDFIL CAR AUCTION LTD T/A MMA; WILSONS AUCTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79342400 - Auction services

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2025 at 09:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff3afbeb-921a-497c-a6e6-8e18147a54c1
- 21 Aug 2024 at 13:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2968c90-2425-4bf0-8477-2e095262c56d
- 23 Apr 2024 at 10:51 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c58ed2bb-9767-4876-97c1-3103d2e3c839
- 22 Apr 2024 at 06:47 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c58ed2bb-9767-4876-97c1-3103d2e3c839

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff3afbeb-921a-497c-a6e6-8e18147a54c1
  17th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2968c90-2425-4bf0-8477-2e095262c56d
  21st August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c58ed2bb-9767-4876-97c1-3103d2e3c839
  23rd April 2024 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nepo.org

## Provenance

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