---
title: "Purchase of a Transit Van for Research Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066e93"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA"
published: "2026-03-19"
---

# Purchase of a Transit Van for Research Project

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066e93

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the University of East Anglia entails the purchase of an electric Ford Transit Trend Van, designated to support a research project situated at Norwich Research Park, United Kingdom. This process falls under the 'goods' procurement category within the sub-central government public authority sector. The procurement method employed was a 'limited competition below threshold', marked as 'complete', with the award taking place on 21st February 2026 and the contract having been signed on 20th February 2026. A sum of £444,000 GBP was allocated for this procurement. The award status is active with Busseys being the chosen supplier, illustrating engagement with local businesses in the UKH15 region.

This tender opens up strategic opportunities for businesses focusing on electric vehicles or sustainable transport solutions. Companies involved in supply, sale, or manufacturing of electric vans can gain exposure and expand their market presence by competing for such contracts. SMEs like Busseys that possess capabilities within the electric vehicle industry can effectively leverage this tender to enhance their business portfolio, especially those positioned in the same geographic region. By aligning with the purchasing needs of research institutions such as the University of East Anglia, suppliers have the potential to establish long-term partnerships in the academic sector.

## Notice

The University of East Anglia requires the purchase of an electric Ford Transit Trend Van to support with a research project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025029-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £444,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR4 7TJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BUSSEYS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34144900 - Electric vehicles

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2026 at 10:45 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025029-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025029-2026
  19th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://uea.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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