---
title: "Master Vendor Solution (vehicle hire)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051f33"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051f33.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-22"
---

# Master Vendor Solution (vehicle hire)

Buyer: LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051f33

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## Summary

Leicestershire County Council is in the planning stage of a public procurement process, seeking a Master Vendor Solution for vehicle hire to support its Fleet Services. The procurement is expected to be valued at approximately £5,000,000. The contract will encompass a variety of transport equipment needs, including cars, minibuses, tippers, pick-up trucks, small vans, tankers, hookloaders, and gritters, with the services focusing on the United Kingdom's UKF2 region. The process is underpinned by the legal basis of the UKPGA 2023/54. The contract period is planned to commence on 1st May 2026 and conclude by 30th April 2028, with the potential for renewal extending until 2031. A future notice is planned for 3rd November 2025.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses involved in vehicle hire services, particularly those capable of managing diverse and large-scale fleets, including SMEs. By engaging as suppliers, businesses can not only establish a relationship with a significant sub-central government authority but also expand their footprint within the transport equipment industry. This contract could be particularly suitable for businesses that have experience in managing vendor relationships and possess a wide array of vehicle options to meet varying public service requirements. With its planned status, companies have ample time to prepare competitive bids and consider strategic partnerships to meet the comprehensive demands of the tender.

## Notice

This contract is for a Managed Vendor Solution for Vehicle Hire within Fleet Services. The provider will fulfil the orders for various types of vehicle hire from within their own fleet or a third party. LCC has a range of vehicle rental needs, the types of vehicles required for hire includes: Cars, Minibuses, Tippers, Pick Up Trucks, Small Vans, Tankers, Hookloaders and Gritters.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025300-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

## Release History

- 22 May 2025 at 15:51 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025300-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025300-2025
  22nd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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