--- title: "The Supply of Vehicle Parts to TransportConnect Limited" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e9037943-e827-42c4-9f13-fb8262ec1892" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e9037943-e827-42c4-9f13-fb8262ec1892" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e9037943-e827-42c4-9f13-fb8262ec1892.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e9037943-e827-42c4-9f13-fb8262ec1892.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2024-10-16" --- # The Supply of Vehicle Parts to TransportConnect Limited Buyer: LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e9037943-e827-42c4-9f13-fb8262ec1892 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e9037943-e827-42c4-9f13-fb8262ec1892) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e9037943-e827-42c4-9f13-fb8262ec1892.json) ## Summary Lincolnshire County Council is currently in the tender stage for a procurement contract titled "The Supply of Vehicle Parts to TransportConnect Limited," falling under the industry category of "Parts and accessories for vehicles and their engines." This procurement process invites organisations to bid for the supply of high-quality vehicle parts essential for the maintenance and operation of a diverse fleet, including adaptive minibuses and gritter trucks, used by TransportConnect Ltd. Key dates include the publication date of 16 October 2024, with the tender period ending on 18 November 2024. The contract is set to commence on 1 February 2025 and will run until 31 January 2028. Located in the United Kingdom, this procurement is being conducted via an open procedure, suitable for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), with an estimated contract value of £1,450,000. This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses operating within the vehicle parts industry, particularly those capable of providing reliable and timely delivery of high-quality vehicle components. Companies that specialise in responsive logistics, stock management, and proactive contract management will find this tender particularly advantageous. SMEs with robust supply chains and expertise in identifying and managing spare parts can leverage this opportunity to establish a long-term relationship with TransportConnect Ltd., ensuring the operational efficiency of a fleet vital to public transport and educational services. Moreover, businesses that can offer a responsive delivery service and a parts booking system will be well-positioned to impact contract success positively. ## Notice TransportConnect Ltd. ('TCL') own and operate a fleet of adaptive minibuses and cars (the 'Fleet') in addition to this they also maintain the Lincolnshire gritter fleet along with some LCV's and a small number of trailer mounted items of plant. These vehicles deliver demand responsive transport and SEND ('Special Educational Needs and Disability') home to school transport. The reliable operation of the Fleet is a critical factor in the delivery of these essential public services and as such the Services shall include the following key elements: (1) fast and competent identification of spare parts; (2) good availability of spare parts; (3) the provision and management of imprest stock; (4) good quality spare parts; (5) responsive delivery service; (6) a parts booking system; (7) proactive contract management. Contract expenditure has been in the region of PS300,000 per annum, however TCL does not guarantee any level of business through this contract. Further information including details on the procurement, T&C's and the specification are available free to view at: https://procontract.due-north.com ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/926438b6-1d8a-45cb-ad65-7aac7b8ad05c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Oct 2024 | | Submission deadline | 18 Nov 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2025 - 31 Jan 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,450,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LINCOLNSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | LINCOLN | | Post town | Lincoln | | Postcode | LN1 1YL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF3 Lincolnshire | | ITL 3 | TLF30 Lincolnshire CC | | Local authority | Lincoln | | Electoral ward | Carholme | | Westminster constituency | Lincoln | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34300000 - Parts and accessories for vehicles and their engines ## Release History - 16 Oct 2024 at 14:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/926438b6-1d8a-45cb-ad65-7aac7b8ad05c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/926438b6-1d8a-45cb-ad65-7aac7b8ad05c 16th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=2fc0f1c3-ea23-ef11-812c-005056b64545 Advert ## Notice URLs - https://procontract.due-north.com - https://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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