---
title: "Fleet Replacement Programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069438"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-08"
---

# Fleet Replacement Programme

Buyer: SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069438

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## Summary

Southampton City Council is initiating a procurement process titled "Fleet Replacement Programme," focusing on the supply of various vehicles, including cars, vans, trucks, and specialist vehicles in accordance with sustainability targets. This procurement falls under the industry category of motor vehicles and is planned to occur in the United Kingdom. This tender process is currently in the Planning stage with key future dates including a contract period starting from 1st October 2026 to 1st October 2031, and a future notice date set for 1st July 2026. The procurement will be conducted through an open procedure, offering a total project value of £36,000,000, with the contract suiting SMEs due to its open procurement method.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the automotive industry, particularly those specialising in sustainable vehicle technology that aligns with the council’s preference for low-emission vehicles. Companies that can supply a diverse fleet and manage phased vehicle delivery and decommissioning are well-positioned to capitalise on this opportunity. The substantial contract value and long-term engagement offer sustained business growth potential, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises that match the procurement criteria and can offer innovative solutions to meet environmental standards.

## Notice

Supply of Vehicles: Cars, vans, trucks, and specialist vehicles suitable for various council services. Fleet Transition Planning: Phased delivery and decommissioning of old vehicles over five years. Sustainability Compliance: Preference for low-emission or zero-emission vehicles in line with council environmental targets.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042302-2026 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 1 Oct 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34100000 - Motor vehicles

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 09:01 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042302-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042302-2026
  8th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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