---
title: "MOT Preparation for Operational Services Fleet"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069d79"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "TORRIDGE DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-20"
---

# MOT Preparation for Operational Services Fleet

Buyer: TORRIDGE DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069d79

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## Summary

Torridge District Council has completed a procurement process for the "MOT Preparation for Operational Services Fleet," which focuses on services in the repair and maintenance of vehicles. The procurement was conducted directly, below threshold, and without competition. Located in Bideford, the council addressed the need for servicing heavy goods vehicles and commercial vehicles. This contract, under the category of repair and maintenance services, was awarded on 20th May 2026, with the contract term running from 7th April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The total value is £96,000 gross, and it falls under the legal framework of the UKPGA 2023/54.

The successful supplier for this contract is NICK SAMPSON - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES LIMITED, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Barnstaple. This opportunity is significant for businesses in the mechanical and automotive service sectors, particularly those specialising in fleet vehicle maintenance and repair. Companies adept at servicing a range of commercial vehicles would find such contracts beneficial for expanding their operations and establishing a portfolio with public sector clients. This process demonstrates opportunities for growth by leveraging expertise in vehicle maintenance and expanding services in the public sector.

## Notice

MOT Preparation for Operational Services Fleet, including HGV's and all commercial vehicles.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046396-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £80,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TORRIDGE DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BIDEFORD |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX39 2QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Torridge |
| Electoral ward | Bideford North |
| Westminster constituency | Torridge and Tavistock |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NICK SAMPSON - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 12:56 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046396-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046396-2026
  20th 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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