---
title: "Welfare Van for APHA"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067a78"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY"
published: "2026-04-01"
---

# Welfare Van for APHA

Buyer: ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067a78

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), a central government public authority, involved the acquisition of a Welfare Van, adapted from a Ford Transit vehicle. This direct procurement was conducted below the threshold, without competition, and falls under the 'goods' category. The tender, titled "Welfare Van for APHA," concluded successfully with an award dated 1 April 2026. The contract spans from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027, with a gross value of £60,435.78. The delivery location is the United Kingdom and the process effectively reached its award and contract stage.

This procurement presents a specific opportunity for businesses specialising in vehicle adaptation and conversion, particularly those dealing with welfare and specialist vehicles. Lyndon Systems Ltd, a small to medium enterprise based in Doncaster, was awarded the contract, illustrating the potential for SMEs to secure government contracts. Such opportunities can aid business growth by fostering relationships with government entities and gaining visibility in niche markets. Companies proficient in vehicle conversion kits and modular designs are well-suited to compete in similar tenders, leveraging capability in customisation and delivery of tailored vehicle solutions.

## Notice

This procurement is to purchase a specialist vehicle based on a Ford Transit L3H2 class van, adapted to provide both an office/welfare space and a separate rear cargo area for APHA.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030232-2026 |
| 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 | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £50,363 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LYNDON SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34114000 - Specialist vehicles
- 34114300 - Welfare vehicles
- 34328200 - Vehicle conversion kits

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2026 at 10:16 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030232-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030232-2026
  1st April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://defra-family.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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