---
title: "Safe Haven Community Bus Conversion"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d4b6"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-28"
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# Safe Haven Community Bus Conversion

Buyer: SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d4b6

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## Summary

Sunderland City Council has initiated an open tender process for the "Safe Haven Community Bus Conversion" project, aimed at transforming a vehicle into a multifunctional community support bus. The project falls under the industry category of vehicle conversion and reconditioning services. The procurement process is currently at the 'Tender' stage, with an electronic submission deadline of 2nd September 2026. The initiative seeks to enhance community engagement and support services across Sunderland with the refurbished vehicle. Interested parties must submit their tenders via the Authorities Open E Tender system. The total tender worth is approximately £50,000, with project execution expected between 28th September and 30th December 2026.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in automotive conversions, particularly those experienced in adding bespoke features such as electrical and heating systems, accessibility enhancements, and multi-purpose setups. It is a promising opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that can deliver quality and innovation in line with UK regulations. The contract evaluation employs a balanced approach with a 50% focus on price and 50% on quality, allowing businesses to differentiate themselves through superior project proposals and competitive pricing.

## Notice

The Safe Haven project seeks the conversion of a suitable vehicle into a fully functional community support bus that will provide outreach, engagement, and wellbeing services across the local area. The conversion works will include the design, supply, and installation of internal fixtures and fittings, electrical systems, lighting, heating, accessibility features, storage solutions, and multipurpose seating/workspace areas. The completed vehicle will provide a safe, welcoming, and accessible environment for community engagement, information provision, and support services. The contractor will be responsible for ensuring that all conversion works comply with relevant UK vehicle, health and safety, accessibility, and roadworthiness regulations, with the vehicle delivered ready for operational use.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070995-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 Sep 2026 - 30 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £41,666 |
| Lots value | £41,666 |
| 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 | SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50117000 - Vehicle conversion and reconditioning services

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2026 at 07:16 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070995-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070995-2026
  28th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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