---
title: "Modified Estates Vehicle"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069454"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-05-08"
---

# Modified Estates Vehicle

Buyer: TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069454

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## Summary

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority, a sub-central government public authority, has finalised the award of a contract for a "Modified Estates Vehicle". This procurement, concluded on 8th May 2026, pertains to the automotive sector and involves the acquisition of a van with a tail lift intended for the Estates team. This vehicle will aid in grounds maintenance and equipment movement within the Tyne and Wear region (UKC23), United Kingdom. The procurement was executed through a direct method below the threshold, without a competitive process, and the contract was valued at £45,540 gross. The contract term was notably brief, lasting for a single day on April 18th, 2026, with the contract being signed on 17th April 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities particularly for businesses in the motor vehicles industry capable of providing customised commercial vehicles. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could benefit from such contracts, particularly those with expertise in delivering specialised vehicle modifications and equipment. Given the direct nature of the procurement method, businesses that maintain a close relationship with governmental bodies and can respond swiftly to urgent needs are well-suited to engage in similar opportunities in the future. The awarded supplier, David Spear Commercials Limited, exemplifies an SME that successfully leveraged this opportunity.

## Notice

A van (1) with a tail lift for use by the Estates team for grounds maintenance and movement of equipment. An urgent replacement was required due to H&S recommendations and costs associated in relation to repairs and adaptations vs purchase of a new vehicle.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042344-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 17 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £37,950 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY |
| Locality | TYNE AND WEAR, |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR5 3QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Washington North |
| Westminster constituency | Washington and Gateshead South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DAVID SPEAR COMMERCIALS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34100000 - Motor vehicles

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 09:39 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042344-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042344-2026
  8th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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