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title: "Purchase of a Fleet of New Ride on Mowers"
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buyer: "NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# Purchase of a Fleet of New Ride on Mowers

Buyer: NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e8763bc0-29a4-4eb4-b3f9-0f4a9bcf8b82

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## Summary

North East Lincolnshire Council recently completed a procurement process for the purchase of a fleet of up to nine new ride-on mowers, with the contract awarded in four separate lots. The procurement was conducted under an open procedure and reached the award stage, as of 20th January 2026. This process aimed to provide equipment suitable for the maintenance of verges, highways, and parks in various environments across North East Lincolnshire. The procurement stage concluded with the awarding of a contract to Ernest Doe & Sons Ltd, with the contract period running from 13th August 2025 to 12th August 2027. The maximum contract value is £221,715, and the mowers will be delivered to multiple locations, including areas in and outside the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents a robust opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing and supply of mowing equipment, particularly those capable of fulfilling orders across varied geographical areas. It is well-suited for companies that cater to local councils or large-scale maintenance operations looking to expand their client base. With multiple lots available and an emphasis on providing cutting-edge, efficient machinery for public space maintenance, businesses that specialise in such equipment may find valuable growth prospects through engaging contracts such as this one. Moreover, the open procedure allows numerous suppliers to participate, making it an ideal opportunity for small and medium enterprises to compete and enhance their market presence.

## Notice

North East Lincolnshire Council is seeking to purchase a Fleet of up to 9 (nine) New Ride on Mowers. The contracts for the fleet will be awarded in 4 Lots. Tenderers may bid for one, some or all Lots: Lot 1 - Supply of one (1) New Ride on Mower with High Lift Box Lot 2 - Supply of two (2) New Ride On Mowers with Electric Tip Box Lot 3 - Supply of four (4) New Ride On Cylinder Mowers Lot 4 - Supply of Two (2) New Ride On Zero Turn Mowers The Vehicles must be fit and suitable for their principal purpose of maintaining verges, highways, parks and open spaces in the various environments of North East Lincolnshire.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84541af0-20a4-4f79-b266-33bf1a96f9e7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Aug 2025 - 12 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £221,715 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £221,715 |
| 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 | NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | GRIMSBY, NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE |
| Post town | Doncaster |
| Postcode | DN31 1HU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire |
| Local authority | North East Lincolnshire |
| Electoral ward | West Marsh |
| Westminster constituency | Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ERNEST DOE & SONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 16 - Agricultural machinery

### Codes

- 16310000 - Mowers
- 16311100 - Lawn, park or sports-ground mowers

## Release History

- 20 Jan 2026 at 09:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84541af0-20a4-4f79-b266-33bf1a96f9e7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84541af0-20a4-4f79-b266-33bf1a96f9e7
  20th January 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=90163&B=UK
  v1.0
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/103294
  Start date is indicative when we intend to award the contract.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.nelincs.gov.uk

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