---
title: "VEHICLE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 2026-2029 (2032)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06094e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "PRESTON CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-08"
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# VEHICLE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 2026-2029 (2032)

Buyer: PRESTON CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06094e

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## Summary

Preston City Council has concluded the vehicle maintenance contract award for the term 2026-2029, with potential extension to 2032, focusing on the maintenance and repair of its fleet. The procurement process utilised an open procedure and has recently completed the award stage, with a contract value of £4,200,000. Located in Preston, UK, under the industry category of repair and maintenance services of vehicles and related equipment (CPV code 50100000), this contract ensures compliance and operational safety for all council vehicles. The standstill period ends on 19th May 2026, and the contract is set to begin on 1st October 2026, running until 30th September 2029, with an option for renewal up to 2032.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in fleet maintenance services. Large companies with expertise in vehicle compliance, scheduled and reactive maintenance, and related services like roadside assistance and parts supply are particularly suited for such contracts. Engaging in this contract could enhance business credibility and expand their portfolio with public sector contracts. Given the procurement method's focus on service quality and social value, businesses with high standards in customer service, strong technical support and a commitment to adding social value will find the most success.

## Notice

This invitation to tender invites bids for the maintenance and repair of Preston City Councils fleet. The Contract must ensure all vehicles, plant and machinery remain operationally safe and compliant with all relevant legislation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042744-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,200,000 |
| Lots value | £4,200,000 |
| Awards value | £4,200,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PRESTON CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR1 2RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PRESTON BUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 16:38 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042744-2026
- 19 Jan 2026 at 18:41 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004555-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042744-2026
  8th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004555-2026
  19th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=401ed89a-2cf5-f011-813c-005056b64545
  Competition document pack on The Chest

## Notice URLs

- http://www.preston.gov.uk/
- https://procontract.due-north.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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