---
title: "PAN3529 - Supply of 18t Tipper Crane"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069b93"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-19"
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# PAN3529 - Supply of 18t Tipper Crane

Buyer: LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069b93

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## Summary

Leicester City Council is currently in the tender stage of its procurement process for the "Supply of 18t Tipper Crane." This opportunity involves the purchase of a new 18-tonne tipper truck equipped with a hydraulic loader crane, suitable for heavy-duty civil engineering, highway maintenance, and municipal waste operations. The procurement falls under the category of "goods" with the industry classification of transport equipment. Located in the UKF21 region of the United Kingdom, the procurement process is open and below threshold, encouraging fair competition. Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 2 June 2026, a tender period concluding on 16 June 2026, and a contract period spanning from 3 August 2026 to 2 August 2027.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in heavy-duty vehicles or specialised crane equipment. With a gross value of £168,000 and specific selection criteria that favour SMEs, businesses can leverage this procurement to expand their portfolio within the public sector. The open competition and electronic submission policy further simplify participation, enabling businesses with the appropriate qualifications and expertise to compete effectively. An emphasis on both price and quality in the award criteria (weighted at 60% and 40%, respectively) allows businesses to demonstrate value and innovation, fostering potential growth through successful contract acquisition with Leicester City Council.

## Notice

Leicester City Council invites tenders for the Supply of 18t Tipper Crane. This procurement covers the acquisition of one new 18-tonne (GVW) rigid tipper truck fitted with a hydraulic loader crane. This versatile vehicle is designed for heavy-duty civil engineering, highway maintenance, and municipal waste operations. It provides self-loading capabilities for heavy materials like aggregates, tarmac, and spoil.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045616-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender 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 | 19 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 2 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £140,000 |
| Lots value | £140,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LEICESTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE1 1FZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF21 Leicester |
| Local authority | Leicester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Leicester South |
| Delivery location | TLF21 Leicester |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

## Release History

- 19 May 2026 at 08:10 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045616-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045616-2026
  19th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=928999ba-4d53-f111-813c-005056b64545
  https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=928999ba-4d53-f111-813c-005056b64545

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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