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title: "Vehicle Body Repair Contractor"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068327"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-15"
---

# Vehicle Body Repair Contractor

Buyer: SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068327

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Southampton City Council is currently in the planning stage for a contract titled "Vehicle Body Repair Contractor". This tender falls under the industry category of repair, maintenance, and associated services of vehicles and related equipment. It is an open procedure aiming to select a contractor for vehicle body and painting repair services, covering a fleet of approximately 600 vehicles operated by the council. Geographically, the service will be delivered within the United Kingdom. The tender period will conclude on 18th May 2026, with the award process expected to be completed by the 25th May 2026. This contract, valued at £360,000 gross, has a planned contract start date of 1st June 2026 and will run until 31st May 2029, with potential extensions available.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the vehicle repair industry, particularly those specialising in servicing a diverse fleet ranging from cars to large commercial vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete due to suitability considerations, offering potential for business growth and expansion through a long-term contractual agreement with a reputable public authority. Businesses with a strong focus on quality and competitive pricing will likely have an advantage, as the award criteria are heavily weighted towards these factors (60% quality, 40% price). The open procurement method ensures a wide competitive field, providing opportunities for innovation and efficiency gains in service delivery.

## Notice

Southampton City Council intends to establish a contract with an established motor vehicle body damage repairer for the provision of a body and painting vehicle repair service. The contract will cover all vehicles being operated by Southampton City Council and currently number in the region of 600 vehicles, ranging from cars to large commercial vehicles.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034275-2026 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | £300,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO14 7LY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Bargate |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2026 at 13:27 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034275-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034275-2026
  15th April 2026 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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