---
title: "Vehicle Maintenance Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068742"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068742.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-04-21"
---

# Vehicle Maintenance Services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068742

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## Summary

The University of Exeter is in the planning stage of procuring vehicle maintenance services, as detailed in a recent market engagement notice published on 21st April 2026. The procurement seeks a supplier for routine and ad hoc servicing and maintenance of university-owned and leased vehicles. This process is classified under the 'Services' category and is valued at £170,000, with a contract period beginning on 15th June 2026 and set to end on 14th June 2029. The engagement milestone is scheduled for 24th April 2026, and the location for services is within the UKK4 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in vehicle repair and maintenance services, particularly those capable of managing fleets and offering comprehensive car maintenance solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate as the procurement is suitable for SMEs. The engagement and ensuing tendering processes allow potential suppliers to showcase their capabilities to support a reputable institution, enhancing their portfolio and driving business growth through high-profile collaborations.

## Notice

The University of Exeter requires a vehicle maintenance supplier to provide routine and ad hoc servicing and maintenance for University owned and leased vehicles.

### Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104715&TID=100109873&B=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036046-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 11 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Jun 2026 - 14 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £170,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK4 Devon |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment
- 50110000 - Repair and maintenance services of motor vehicles and associated equipment
- 50111000 - Fleet management, repair and maintenance services
- 50112000 - Repair and maintenance services of cars
- 50112200 - Car maintenance services

## Release History

- 21 Apr 2026 at 11:30 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036046-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036046-2026
  21st April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104715&TID=100109873&B=
- https://www.exeter.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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