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title: "Purchase of 4 x Minibuses (inc' conversions)"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2023-08-21"
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# Purchase of 4 x Minibuses (inc' conversions)

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f2a66746-8881-4657-b51a-443633a6b37a

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## Summary

The Leicestershire County Council has completed the procurement process for the purchase of four minibuses, including conversions. The tender, with an estimated value of £240,000, falls under the motor vehicles category and was awarded to GM Coachwork. The contract period runs from August 1, 2023, to July 31, 2025, with the tender period ending on June 23, 2023. This tender opportunity was suitable for suppliers of vehicles and related specialist equipment.

Businesses involved in manufacturing or supplying motor vehicles, specifically minibuses and specialist vehicles, would find significant growth opportunities through this tender. The Leicestershire County Council's procurement stage has reached the award phase, providing a clear indication of the contract's execution. With a contract period extending to July 31, 2025, businesses can plan for long-term engagements with the council. Understanding the specific industry requirements related to motor vehicles and offering competitive pricing would be key strategies for companies looking to compete effectively in this procurement process.

## Notice

Four (4) x Type C Van Conversion Minibus - Welfare Vehicle Flexible Seating Capacity up to Two (Three) Wheelchair Passengers - or Eight Individual Fixed Seats (B Licence)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39b693bd-bd5d-4374-a5e4-79515f9300a8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Aug 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jun 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jul 2023 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2023 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £240,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £242,500 |
| 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 | LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE3 8RA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Glenfield Faire |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GM COACHWORK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34100000 - Motor vehicles
- 34110000 - Passenger cars
- 34114000 - Specialist vehicles
- 34114400 - Minibuses
- 34121000 - Buses and coaches
- 34134000 - Flatbed and Tipper trucks
- 34134200 - Tipper trucks
- 34139000 - Chassis
- 34139100 - Chassis cabs
- 34139200 - Chassis bodies
- 34139300 - Complete chassis
- 34140000 - Heavy-duty motor vehicles
- 34142200 - Skip loaders
- 34143000 - Winter-maintenance vehicles
- 34144000 - Special-purpose motor vehicles
- 34144210 - Firefighting vehicles
- 34144410 - Gully emptiers
- 34144431 - Suction-sweeper vehicles
- 34144440 - Gritter vehicles
- 34144510 - Vehicles for refuse
- 34144760 - Mobile library vehicles
- 34223370 - Tipper trailers
- 34921100 - Road sweepers

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2023 at 08:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39b693bd-bd5d-4374-a5e4-79515f9300a8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39b693bd-bd5d-4374-a5e4-79515f9300a8
  21st August 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.eastmidstenders.org/index.html

## Provenance

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