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title: "Vehicle for Games on Tour"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06884f"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE"
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# Vehicle for Games on Tour

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06884f

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## Summary

The University of Staffordshire initiated a public procurement process for the project titled "Vehicle for Games on Tour." The tender involved the potential provision of a specialised vehicle, either a bus or a mobile lab, to support the university's outreach activities. This procurement was classified under the industry category of specialised vehicles and motor vehicles for goods transport, with the primary location for delivery being in the UK region UKG2. Initially active, the tender was subsequently cancelled as of 8th May 2026, due to market reconsideration and budgetary evaluations. The open competition method had been adopted, with an emphasis on technical criteria, including fit-out and quality control, to determine the award, which was scheduled for the beginning of October 2026.

This procurement presented a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the vehicle manufacturing and modification sectors. The tender required a vehicle fitted with gaming stations and data security features, suggesting a potential growth avenue for businesses skilled in custom vehicle outfitting. Furthermore, businesses with the capacity to provide long-term operational support could leverage this procurement to establish ongoing partnerships with the University of Staffordshire for future projects. Given the initially competitive nature of the tender, companies with strong technical capabilities and innovative solutions would have been well-placed to compete for this contract.

## Notice

The University of Staffordshire is seeking tenders for the potential provision of a vehicle to support Games on Tour Bids are sought for 2 options: - Mobile Lab - Bus The vehicle is to be fitted out with gaming stations, meet data security requirements and be safe and fit for purpose The supplier will also be required to provide ongoing support to ensure roadworthiness and ongoing availability

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The tender is for two options - Bus - Mobile Lab The University will award one contract only based upon the outcome of a business case

Renewal: Dependent upon ongoing requirements and satisfactory service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042254-2026 |
| Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £170,000 |
| Lots value | £170,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STAFFORDSHIRE |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| Locality | STOKE ON TRENT |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST4 2DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent |
| Local authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Electoral ward | Hanley Park, Joiner's Square & Shelton |
| Westminster constituency | Stoke-on-Trent Central |
| Delivery location | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34114000 - Specialist vehicles
- 34130000 - Motor vehicles for the transport of goods
- 34200000 - Vehicle bodies, trailers or semi-trailers

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 08:18 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042254-2026
- 22 Apr 2026 at 10:35 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036510-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042254-2026
  8th May 2026 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036510-2026
  22nd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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