--- title: "Accident Bodyshop repairs" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c96d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c96d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c96d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c96d.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX" published: "2026-07-13" --- # Accident Bodyshop repairs Buyer: THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c96d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c96d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c96d.json) ## Summary The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex has initiated an open procurement process for "Accident Bodyshop Repairs" in collaboration with several regional commissioners. The tender is currently in the stage of inviting submissions, with the deadline for proposal submissions set for 17th August 2026. The industry category pertains to fleet management, repair, and maintenance services. Location coverage includes various UK regions such as Norfolk, Suffolk, Kent, Essex, and Hertfordshire. This procurement process seeks to secure services through a contract starting from 1st October 2026 and is expected to last until 30th September 2029, with potential extensions. It's being conducted under an open procedure, subject to the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2023. This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in fleet management and repair services, particularly those holding necessary accreditations such as BS 10125 and relevant technician qualifications. Contractors and businesses that can offer high-quality services and are competitive on price stand a good chance, particularly SMEs and VCSEs, which are encouraged to apply. The total estimated contract value across the different lots is approximately £10.8 million, offering considerable business potential. Successful bidders could benefit from significant exposure and experience, enhancing their market standing and opportunities for further contracts in the public sector. ## Notice This Tender has been issued by The Police and Crime Commissioner for Suffolk, The Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk, The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex, The Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent, The Police and Crime Commissioner for Hertfordshire who are seeking to award a Contract for the provision of Accident Bodyshop Repairs. This opportunity can be found a follows: 1. Log in to our supplier portal at https://7force.force.com/login 2. Locate the opportunity under the 'Find Opportunities' section 3. Click 'Register Interest' 4. You can then go to 'My Proposals & Quotes' to view the documentation and submit your response. 5. Once you have completed all relevant Requirement Sections, ensure you click the 'Submit' button to ensure your responses are received by us. Upon clicking 'Submit' you will receive a confirmation email. The message centre (found on your Portal homepage) will be available for you to communicate with us regarding any open opportunities, or for any clarification questions you may have. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Norfolk For the provision of service for Norfolk Renewal: 2 x optional 12 month extensions Lot 2 - Suffolk For the provision of service for Suffolk Renewal: 2 x optional 12 month extensions Lot 3 - Kent For the provision of service for Kent Renewal: 2 x optional 12 month extensions Lot 4 - Essex For the provision of service for Essex Renewal: 2 x optional 12 month extensions Lot 5 - Hertfordshire For the provision of service for Hertfordshire Renewal: 2 x optional 12 month extensions ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065558-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 | | Recurrence | 2031-09-01 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £9,000,000 | | Lots value | £9,000,000 | | 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 | THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX | | Additional buyers | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR HERTFORDSHIRE; THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR KENT; THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORFOLK; THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR SUFFOLK | | Locality | WITHAM | | Post town | Chelmsford | | Postcode | CM8 3HB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire | | Local authority | St Albans | | Electoral ward | Harpenden West | | Westminster constituency | Harpenden and Berkhamsted | | Delivery location | TLH1 East Anglia, TLH23 Hertfordshire CC, TLH3 Essex, TLJ4 Kent | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 50111000 - Fleet management, repair and maintenance services ## Release History - 13 Jul 2026 at 11:10 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065558-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065558-2026 13th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://7Force.Force.com - https://7force.force.com/login - https://atamis-7459.my.site.com/s/Welcome - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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