---
title: "MARKET ENGAGEMENT - Purchase of Light Commercial Vehicles"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0615c4"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-03"
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# MARKET ENGAGEMENT - Purchase of Light Commercial Vehicles

Buyer: BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0615c4

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## Summary

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council is in the planning stage for a significant procurement process for the purchase of light commercial vehicles and associated services. The contract, titled "MARKET ENGAGEMENT - Purchase of Light Commercial Vehicles," involves the procurement of up to 150 light vehicles, including vans and passenger vehicles up to 8 seats, with varying body conversions. This procurement falls under the industry category of motor vehicles (CPV codes: 34136100, 34100000, 34136000, 34136200) and is valued at £3,000,000 net, with a gross amount of £3,600,000. The council is currently carrying out pre-market engagement activities to seek feedback from suppliers, with a key milestone scheduled for 18th February 2026. The contract period is anticipated to start on 20th July 2026 and end on 19th July 2028.

This tender offers a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of light commercial vehicles, particularly those capable of providing customised body conversions and related services. SMEs are encouraged to participate, as the process is suitable for smaller enterprises. The planned procurement will cater to requirements across the UK, making it an attractive venture for companies seeking to expand their market presence and build a relationship with sub-central government authorities. Businesses that can provide comprehensive after-sales support and demonstrate innovative vehicle conversion solutions may find this tender particularly beneficial for growth.

## Notice

The Council is intending to undertake a procurement exercise for the purchase of up to 150 x light commercial vehicles and associated services, with a MAM of up to 3500kg and passenger vehicles up to 8 seats. The majority of vehicles will require varying conversions to the body. In order to help inform such an exercise, the Council in undertaking this pre-market engagement stage to explore what is available and seek feedback and guidance from the supply market.

### Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=102433&TID=100107649&B=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009620-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement 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 | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| 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 | BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BARNSLEY, SOUTH YORKSHIRE |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S70 2TA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE33 Barnsley |
| Local authority | Barnsley |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Barnsley North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34100000 - Motor vehicles
- 34136000 - Vans
- 34136100 - Light vans
- 34136200 - Panel vans

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2026 at 16:30 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009620-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009620-2026
  3rd February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=102433&TID=100107649&B=
- https://www.barnsley.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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