---
title: "The provision of Vehicle Recovery Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05aa91"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE"
published: "2025-10-08"
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# The provision of Vehicle Recovery Services

Buyer: THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05aa91

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## Summary

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire is currently conducting a procurement process for the provision of Vehicle Recovery Services, aiming to support the operational needs of Northamptonshire Police. This tender, initiated on 8th October 2025, is at the 'tender' stage and utilises an open procedure procurement method. Interested parties have a deadline for submission on 3rd November 2025, with enquiries closing on 23rd October 2025. The contract, valued at approximately GBP 3,620,486.48 in total, is divided into two lots—Lot 1 for heavy and light vehicle recovery and Lot 2 for the recovery of police vehicles—spanning multiple regions within the UK. The service contract is slated to commence on 17th December 2025, lasting until 18th December 2028, with potential extensions available. The project falls under the 'services' industry category, focusing on breakdown and recovery services for motor vehicles.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in vehicle recovery services, particularly those with capabilities in handling both heavy and light vehicles. Given the inclusion of specific quality and pricing award criteria, companies with a strong track record in service delivery and competitive pricing strategies are well-placed to compete. It is especially suited for SMEs, enhancing their visibility and partnership with public sector clients. Engaging in this contract can facilitate business growth through increased credibility, market penetration, and the development of long-term government relationships. The options for bid attraction across two distinct lots offer flexibility and increased potential for securing contracts.

## Notice

The provision of Vehicle Recovery Services for Northamptonshire Police. Lot 1 covers vehicle recovery for heavy and light vehicles. Lot 2 covers recovery of Police vehicles.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 Heavy and Light vehicle recovery

General recovery of heave and light vehicles. This lot will be split in to 4 areas as detailed within the tender documentation.

Renewal: 2 x 12 months optional extension periods available

Lot 2 Recovery of Police vehicles

This lot will be awarded to a single supplier

Renewal: 2 x 12 months optional extension periods available

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063301-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Dec 2025 - 18 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | 2028-07-12 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,020,722 |
| Lots value | £3,020,722 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE |
| Locality | WELLINGBOROUGH |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN8 6GS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Brickhill and Queensway |
| Westminster constituency | Wellingborough and Rushden |
| Delivery location | TLF24 West Northamptonshire, TLF25 North Northamptonshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50118400 - Breakdown and recovery services for motor vehicles

## Release History

- 8 Oct 2025 at 12:38 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063301-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063301-2025
  8th October 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://northamptonshire-opfcc.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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