---
title: "Purchase of two refrigerated vans"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f6c4"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2025-12-16"
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# Purchase of two refrigerated vans

Buyer: CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f6c4

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## Summary

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has completed the procurement process for the purchase of two refrigerated vans designated for catering purposes. The contract was awarded to FORD RETAIL LIMITED, an SME based in Colchester. This procurement falls under the category of goods and is conducted through a direct method, specified as below threshold without competition, reflecting a streamlined approach typical for smaller value contracts. The location of delivery is within the United Kingdom, specifically the UKE41 region, with the contract period commencing on 16th December 2025 and concluding on 17th December 2025. The contracting process complies with UKPGA legislation from 2023.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in automotive supply, particularly those offering refrigerated solutions, as well as companies keen to provide niche products within sub-central government markets. SMEs, like FORD RETAIL LIMITED, with strengths in vehicle modifications and logistics solutions stand well-suited to capitalise on similar future tenders. Such contracts can serve as an entry point into public procurement, facilitating business growth by expanding clientele within government sectors and establishing a proven track record in catering-related transportation solutions. Given the direct procurement approach, businesses with competitive readiness and strong local connections may find increased opportunities in similar domains.

## Notice

Procurement of 2 x refrigerated vans for Catering

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083390-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2025 - 17 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £97,399 |
| Contracts value | £97,399 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CITY OF BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BRADFORD |
| Post town | Bradford |
| Postcode | BD1 1HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford |
| Local authority | Bradford |
| Electoral ward | City |
| Westminster constituency | Bradford West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FORD RETAIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34136000 - Vans

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2025 at 13:50 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083390-2025
- 16 Dec 2025 at 13:47 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083389-2025
- 16 Dec 2025 at 13:43 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083384-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083390-2025
  16th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083389-2025
  16th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083384-2025
  16th December 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.trustford.co.uk/locations/1854/birmingham-erdington/

## Provenance

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