---
title: "Framework for Accessible Minibuses"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dcc8"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06dcc8.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-08-05"
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# Framework for Accessible Minibuses

Buyer: EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06dcc8

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## Summary

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has initiated a tender process to establish a framework for the purchase of coach-built van conversion accessibility minibuses over a four-year period. The procurement falls under the 'Buses and coaches' industry category and is conducted through an open procedure. Located in Beverley, United Kingdom, the tender is currently at the 'tender' stage, with the tender period ending on 8th September 2026. Interested businesses must submit enquiries by 1st September 2026, and the award decision is expected by 20th November 2026. The framework, valued at up to £6,000,000, seeks goods delivery primarily in the region of UKE12.

This procurement opportunity allows businesses to secure a long-term framework agreement, fostering growth by supplying accessible minibuses to a public authority. The contract is particularly suited for small and medium enterprises that specialise in vehicle conversions and are competitive in pricing, as the award criteria heavily weigh cost at 70%, alongside a 30% allocation for quality considerations. With the potential for significant financial value and the stability of a sole supplier framework over four years, businesses successful in this tender can benefit from a consistent workload and potential further opportunities with the contracting authority.

## Notice

This tender is to establish a Framework for the purchase of coach-built van conversion accessibility minibuses over a four-year period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074341-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2026 - 30 Nov 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| Lots value | £5,000,000 |
| 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 | EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | BEVERLEY |
| Post town | Hull |
| Postcode | HU17 9BA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE12 East Riding of Yorkshire |
| Local authority | East Riding of Yorkshire |
| Electoral ward | St Mary's |
| Westminster constituency | Beverley and Holderness |
| Delivery location | TLE12 East Riding of Yorkshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34121000 - Buses and coaches

## Release History

- 5 Aug 2026 at 14:58 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074341-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074341-2026
  5th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=107570&TID100112652&B=
- https://www.eastriding.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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