---
title: "Windsor Castle Nursery Van Hire"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068a37"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE ROYAL HOUSEHOLD"
published: "2026-04-24"
---

# Windsor Castle Nursery Van Hire

Buyer: THE ROYAL HOUSEHOLD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068a37

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Windsor Castle Nursery Van Hire" was conducted by The Royal Household, located at Buckingham Palace, London, UK. This contract involves the acquisition of an electric Luton van to support the transportation of plants across Windsor and London for royal events and commercial purposes, with the contract term spanning from July 2026 to July 2029. The process reached the award stage and utilised a limited procurement method, often applicable for competitions below a certain threshold, providing opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises. Key dates include the contracting authority's signature on 7th April 2026 and the publication of the contract details on 24th April 2026. The industry category pertains to goods, specifically motor vehicles, and the contract value is noted to be £45,382.32 with additional options for MOT and servicing.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electric vehicles or those offering transport solutions suitable for horticultural logistics. Companies within the motor vehicle sector, particularly those adept in sustainable transport solutions, will find this contract conducive to expansion within the sub-central government public authority market. SMEs with capabilities to provide electric vehicles for niche applications such as nursery support may particularly benefit, aligning their product offerings with demand from high-profile clients such as The Royal Household. By participating in such tenders, businesses can enhance their visibility and credibility within the sector, potentially fostering further growth and additional contracts.

## Notice

The procurement of an electric Luton van to assist the Royal Gardens in transporting plants across Windsor and London for the royal diary, events and deliveries of commercial crops. Quote for 36 months (3 years) This is to replace the current Luton van (diesel) from 2018

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037348-2026 |
| 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 | 24 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 1 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £45,382 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE ROYAL HOUSEHOLD |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 1AA |
| 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 | ATHLON MOBILITY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34100000 - Motor vehicles

## Release History

- 24 Apr 2026 at 07:46 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037348-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037348-2026
  24th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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