---
title: "Vehicle Conversion Services for Police Vehicles"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06afb5"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DURHAM"
published: "2026-06-08"
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# Vehicle Conversion Services for Police Vehicles

Buyer: POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DURHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06afb5

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Durham involves the provision of vehicle conversion services for police vehicles. This contract, titled "Vehicle Conversion Services for Police Vehicles", is categorised under motor vehicle conversion services and is part of an industry classified as services. The procurement took place under a direct award method without competition, aimed at sub-central government authorities within the region of Durham, United Kingdom. The purchasing organisation operates from the Police Headquarters at Aykley Heads, Durham. This contract was signed on 14th May 2026 and will remain active until 13th May 2029, with a total gross value of £180,000.

This procurement presents business growth opportunities particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in vehicle conversion services. The direct award method indicates a non-competitive process, benefiting businesses with established relationships or specialised skills in this niche sector. Robert Lawson & Sons (Scotland) Ltd, identified as an SME, has been awarded this contract, highlighting the potential for similar companies to gain footholds in public sector contracts, especially where ad-hoc arrangements and tailored service provisions are required by public authorities. Businesses with expertise in service delivery for public authorities can utilise such contracts to diversify and expand their service portfolios.

## Notice

Ad hoc arrangement for the conversion of police vehicles. No committed volumes. Direct Award without competition.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053772-2026 |
| 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 | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 May 2026 - 13 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £150,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DURHAM |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ROBERT LAWSON & SONS (SCOTLAND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50117100 - Motor vehicle conversion services

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2026 at 12:12 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053772-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053772-2026
  8th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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