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title: "AF184 Purchase of Vehicles for MLW"
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# AF184 Purchase of Vehicles for MLW

Buyer: AF184 PURCHASE OF VEHICLES FOR MLW  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06af5b

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## Summary

This procurement process, initiated by the AF184 Purchase of Vehicles for MLW, involves the acquisition of a range of vehicles for the Malawi-Liverpool-Wellcome Trust Research Programme. As a public authority from the sub-central government in the United Kingdom, specifically located in Liverpool, the organisation is seeking to fulfil its needs for motor vehicles through an active tender process. The tender, opened on 8th June 2026, uses an open procedure to source goods from suitable suppliers, with the submission deadline set for 9th July 2026. The contract is valued at approximately GBP 1,266,486 and is anticipated to cover multiple phases of procurement, including delivery to both the UK and Malawi.

This tender offers promising opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply and delivery of motor vehicles, particularly those capable of international logistics and willing to manage complex delivery terms, such as DAP to Malawi. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, especially those with the ability to provide a diverse fleet. Given the nature of the project, businesses with a focus on quality and competitive pricing will have the advantage, as the evaluation criteria weigh quality at 70% and price at 30%. The contract period spans from 31st August 2026 to 30th August 2029, with potential extensions up to 2031, allowing for a prolonged business engagement.

## Notice

The purpose of this project is for the purchase of vehicles for the Malawi-Liverpool-Wellcome Trust Research Programme (MLW). This tender relates to the supply, delivery and importation of a fleet of vehicles (as laid out in the specification) to Malawi, the fleet compromises a mix of vehicles. Due to a limited local availability, suppliers are expected to manage sourcing and delivery on DAP basis. If bidding with other Incoterm, please specify. The procurement represents the first phase of the programme with the potential for additional phases subject to future requirements and funding. The estimated value of the contract relates to all potential phases not just the first phase. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Liverpool:-Motor-vehicles./58DVPT4QHV To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/58DVPT4QHV

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: can be extended by two years on a year by year basis

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053623-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Aug 2026 - 30 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,266,486 |
| Lots value | £1,266,486 |
| 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 | AF184 PURCHASE OF VEHICLES FOR MLW |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 5QA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Brownlow Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34100000 - Motor vehicles
- 34114000 - Specialist vehicles

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2026 at 08:52 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053623-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053623-2026
  8th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/58DVPT4QHV
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Liverpool:-Motor-vehicles./58DVPT4QHV
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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