---
title: "3.5T Lease Vehicle"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c75e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2026-07-09"
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# 3.5T Lease Vehicle

Buyer: COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c75e

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "3.5T Lease Vehicle" was conducted by the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, a public authority within the central government. The tender falls under the goods category, specifically motor vehicles, and involves a 5-year lease of a 3.5T Luton van. It concluded with the award of a contract to West Wallasey Car Hire Limited, a large supplier. The procurement method was direct, and it was managed below the threshold without competition. This contract has been awarded and signed as of 8th July 2026, with an active contract period running from 9th November 2026 to 8th November 2031. The project covers multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in vehicle leasing and supply, especially those capable of delivering specialised vehicles, such as Luton vans. Large-scale businesses with experience in catering to public sector needs and those that can navigate direct procurement methods may find themselves particularly suited to compete for such tenders. Establishing relationships with government bodies like the Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust could not only lead to future contracts but also enhance credibility in the public procurement sector. The contract's geographical reach also suggests potential for logistical and operational expansion across multiple UK regions.

## Notice

5-year lease of a 3.5T Luton van

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064642-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Nov 2026 - 8 Nov 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £43,939 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | CHESTER |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH2 1UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Upton |
| Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WEST WALLASEY CAR HIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34100000 - Motor vehicles

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2026 at 11:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064642-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064642-2026
  9th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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