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title: "ID 6026401 DoF - Provision of Fuel Cards - Collaborative Arrangement"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-055896"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE"
published: "2025-07-03"
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# ID 6026401 DoF - Provision of Fuel Cards - Collaborative Arrangement

Buyer: DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-055896

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## Summary

The Department of Finance is initiating a procurement process for the provision of fuel cards through a collaborative arrangement, which is currently in the planning stage. This tender, managed by the Construction and Procurement Delivery (CPD) division, aims to find suitable suppliers to continue the current collaborative fuel card arrangement. The deadline for engaging in the preliminary market stage is set for 8 August 2025. Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland, this procurement falls under the goods category, specifically agency and charge fuel cards, with an anticipated contract period from 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2030. The current arrangement uses a Crown Commercial Services Framework, which is due to expire on 21 February 2026, thus necessitating a review to align with priorities such as value for money and environmental responsibility.

This tender provides a strategic opportunity for businesses involved in the provision of fuel cards, especially those emphasising efficient and sustainable solutions, to secure a long-term government contract. Small to medium enterprises with experience in fleet management or who have innovative solutions concerning fuel procurement and management are well-suited to compete. With the Northern Irish government's focus on operational resilience, there is room for businesses that can demonstrate an ability to provide cost-effective and reliably integrated solutions that align with the government's sustainability commitments. Such opportunities can foster business growth by establishing a service partnership with a governmental body known for its rigorous procurement standards.

## Notice

Construction & Procurement Delivery (CPD), part of the Department of Finance (DoF), provides expert advice and professional project management and procurement services to government departments, agencies and arms-length bodies within Northern Ireland. The Department of Finance (DoF), Construction and Procurement Delivery (CPD), are reviewing the collaborative arrangement for the provision of fuel cards. A current contract is in place and is due to expire on 31 May 2026, with one option to extend for one year. Two suppliers are being utilised in order to provide the level of coverage required across Northern Ireland. Details regarding current participants can be found at: https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/articles/provision-fuel-cards. There is currently a diverse fleet of vehicles in operation to support the delivery of public services across departments, agencies, and arms' length bodies. These vehicles are used for a wide range of operational activities, service delivery, transport of goods and official travel. To support efficient fleet management and ensure continuity of service, there is an ongoing requirement for a reliable and cost-effective method of procuring fuel. The current arrangement was put in place using a Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Framework (https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6186) which is due to expire 21 February 2026. CPD is exploring future options for the provision of fuel cards that aligns with organisational priorities, including value for money, environmental responsibility, and operational resilience.

### Planning Information

If you wish to participate in the Preliminary Market Engagement for this requirement, a questionnaire for completion is available via eTendersNI under ID 6026401.
The questionnaire must be completed and submitted via eTendersNI by the engagement deadline date detailed above. 
Details of the expected participating bodies can be found detailed within the questionnaire document.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037233-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 8 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE |
| Additional buyers | CPD - SUPPLIES & SERVICES DIVISION |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT3 9ED |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Sydenham |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30163000 - Charge cards
- 30163100 - Agency fuel cards

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2025 at 15:25 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037233-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037233-2025
  3rd July 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.crowncommercial.gov.uk/agreements/RM6186
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk
- https://www.finance-ni.gov.uk/articles/provision-fuel-cards
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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