--- title: "Outright Purchase of up to 30 Adapted Minibuses" ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-121047" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-121047" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-121047.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-121047.json" source: "Sell2Wales" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA" published: "2024-11-07" --- # Outright Purchase of up to 30 Adapted Minibuses Buyer: CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-kuma6s-121047 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-121047) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-121047.json) ## Summary The City & County of Swansea has completed the procurement process for the outright purchase of up to 30 adapted minibuses. This process, initiated on 5th May 2022 and concluded with contract awards announced on 7th November 2024, involved a tender for various vehicle specifications, including both standard and battery-electric minibuses. The procurement fell under the "Goods" category and was conducted using an open procedure. The relevant procurement milestones include key dates such as submission deadlines on 6th June 2022 and contracts signed on 26th August 2022. The vehicles are to be delivered within the Swansea region (UKL18), addressing the needs for fleet and transport services for the local authority. This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle manufacturing, conversion, and adaptations, particularly those focusing on electric vehicle technology. SMEs capable of delivering high-quality minibuses with specific adaptations—such as lifts and various door configurations—would find this project highly suitable. The open procurement method ensured a competitive selection process, creating an inclusive environment for all capable suppliers. Winning such contracts can significantly enhance business portfolios, providing substantial growth opportunities and long-term visibility in the public sector transport market. ## Notice The Invitation to Tender is comprised of 6 different vehicle specifications, as follows: 1 8 seater adapted minibus 1a Battery electric 8 seater adapted minibus 2 8 seater adapted minibus with lift 2a Battery electric 8 seater adapted minibus with lift 3 15 seater plug door adapted minibus with lift 4 15 seater sliding door adapted minibus with lift ### Lot Information Lot 1 It is the Council's intention to enter into contracts for a total of up to 30 minibuses, selected from across the various Lots, dependent on tender outcome and service needs. Lot ref Description 1 8 seater adapted minibus 1a Battery electric 8 seater adapted minibus 2 8 seater adapted minibus with lift 2a Battery electric 8 seater adapted minibus with lift 3 15 seater plug door adapted minibus with lift 4 15 seater sliding door adapted minibus with lift ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Sell2Wales | | Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=121047 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | 6 Jun 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 26 Aug 2022 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA | | Locality | SWANSEA | | Post town | Swansea | | Postcode | SA1 3SN | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea | | Local authority | Swansea | | Electoral ward | Waterfront | | Westminster constituency | Swansea West | | Delivery location | TLL18 Swansea | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 2 | | Supplier names | CEM DAY; COURTSIDE CONVERSIONS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34100000 - Motor vehicles - 34114400 - Minibuses - 34144900 - Electric vehicles ## Release History - 7 Nov 2024 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=121047 - 5 May 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=121047 ## Documents - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY397210 Outright Purchase of up to 30 Adapted Minibuses - The Invitation to Tender is comprised of 6 different vehicle specifications, as follows: 1 8 seater adapted minibus 1a Battery electric 8 seater adapted minibus 2 8 seater adapted minibus with lift 2a Battery electric 8 seater adapted minibus with lift 3 15 seater plug door adapted minibus with lift 4 15 seater sliding door adapted minibus with lift - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV494386 Outright Purchase of up to 30 Adapted Minibuses - The Invitation to Tender is comprised of 6 different vehicle specifications, as follows: 1 8 seater adapted minibus 1a Battery electric 8 seater adapted minibus 2 8 seater adapted minibus with lift 2a Battery electric 8 seater adapted minibus with lift 3 15 seater plug door adapted minibus with lift 4 15 seater sliding door adapted minibus with lift ## Notice URLs - http://www.swansea.gov.uk/dobusiness - https://api.sell2wales.gov.wales/v1?lang=cy/Notice?id=ocds-kuma6s-121047 - https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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