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title: "NCC - Conversion of diesel powered Refuse Collection Vehicle"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-124388"
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buyer: "NEWPORT CITY COUCIL"
published: "2022-09-12"
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# NCC - Conversion of diesel powered Refuse Collection Vehicle

Buyer: NEWPORT CITY COUCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-124388

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## Summary

Newport City Council has awarded a contract to Dennis Eagle Limited for the conversion of a diesel-powered Refuse Collection Vehicle to electric. The procurement method used was an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. The conversion process involves various modifications to the vehicle, including replacing the body shell, installing new components, and replacing the cab with an electric one. The contract, valued at 353,480 GBP, is expected to commence in September/October and includes a 3-year warranty for the eCollect driveline.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses involved in the automotive industry, especially those with expertise in vehicle conversions and electric vehicle technologies, to compete. Companies capable of delivering specialized services tailored to the technical specifications required by Newport City Council, such as Dennis Eagle Limited, are well-suited for this tender. The project aligns with sustainability goals, aiming to reduce carbon emissions through the adoption of electric refuse collection vehicles, making it attractive for businesses focused on environmental solutions and innovation.

## Notice

This notice is to indicate that Newport City Council intends to contract with Dennis Eagle Ltd to convert one Dennis Eagle Diesel 22T Refuse Collection Vehicle manufactured by Dennis Eagle Ltd to electric. The process will involve removal of the existing OL14 body shell and replacing with a Dennis Eagle OL19 size body shell with parts transposed from the OL14 shell, which will increase capacity. The vehicle will be replated from 22T to 26T GVW. The chassis will be lengthened increasing the wheelbase to 5250mm and a new injector ram will be installed. The lift axle assembly will be removed and changed to a rear steer. The Dennis Eagle cab will be removed and replaced with a brand new Dennis Eagle Elite cab, complete with the latest e-collect electrical and system architecture in line with the latest OEM levels. The engine and all associated infrastructure no longer required will be removed and replaced with 5 x 300 kw batteries, constructed as per the brand new e-collect vehicles recently delivred to NCC. It is anticipated the contract will start September / October with an estimated contract value off 353,480 gbp which includes an eCollect driveline warranty of 3 years (ex VAT).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The conversion of the diesel RCV to electric RCV will ensure NCC continues to meet its statutory obligations in terms of meeting recycling targets and will also be a major step towards the carbon reduction target in line with the Welsh government Wellbeing of Future Generations Act. The use of 26 tonne vehicle will maximise payload and reduce the number of round trips from the Waste Site, reducing traffic congestion and vehicle emissions.

### Procurement Information

The works, supplies or services can be provided only by a particular economic operator for the following reason: absence of competition for technical reasons. The services can only be provided to our technical specfication by the the manufacturer Dennis Eagle, who will undertake the conversion, a full refurbishment and obtain type approval with warranties for chassis, body and bin-lifts (1year) and the eCollect driveline (3years).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=124388 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Sep 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 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 | £353,480 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NEWPORT CITY COUCIL |
| Locality | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP20 4UR |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Allt-yr-yn |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | TLL21 Monmouthshire and Newport |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DENNIS EAGLE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 34144511 - Refuse-collection vehicles
- 50117000 - Vehicle conversion and reconditioning services

## Release History

- 12 Sep 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=124388
- 1 Sep 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=124388

## Documents

- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP410011
  NCC - Conversion of diesel powered Refuse Collection Vehicle - This notice is to indicate that Newport City Council intends to contract with Dennis Eagle Ltd to convert one Dennis Eagle Diesel 22T Refuse Collection Vehicle manufactured by Dennis Eagle Ltd to electric. The process will involve removal of the existing OL14 body shell and replacing with a Dennis Eagle OL19 size body shell with parts transposed from the OL14 shell, which will increase capacity. The vehicle will be replated from 22T to 26T GVW. The chassis will be lengthened increasing the wheelbase to 5250mm and a new injector ram will be installed. The lift axle assembly will be removed and changed to a rear steer. The Dennis Eagle cab will be removed and replaced with a brand new Dennis Eagle Elite cab, complete with the latest e-collect electrical and system architecture in line with the latest OEM levels. The engine and all associated infrastructure no longer required will be removed and replaced with 5 x 300 kw batteries, constructed as per the brand new e-collect vehicles recently delivred to NCC. It is anticipated the contract will start September / October with an estimated contract value off 353,480 gbp which includes an eCollect driveline warranty of 3 years (ex VAT).
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP411286
  NCC - Conversion of diesel powered Refuse Collection Vehicle - This notice is to indicate that Newport City Council intends to contract with Dennis Eagle Ltd to convert one Dennis Eagle Diesel 22T Refuse Collection Vehicle manufactured by Dennis Eagle Ltd to electric. The process will involve removal of the existing OL14 body shell and replacing with a Dennis Eagle OL19 size body shell with parts transposed from the OL14 shell, which will increase capacity. The vehicle will be replated from 22T to 26T GVW. The chassis will be lengthened increasing the wheelbase to 5250mm and a new injector ram will be installed. The lift axle assembly will be removed and changed to a rear steer. The Dennis Eagle cab will be removed and replaced with a brand new Dennis Eagle Elite cab, complete with the latest e-collect electrical and system architecture in line with the latest OEM levels. The engine and all associated infrastructure no longer required will be removed and replaced with 5 x 300 kw batteries, constructed as per the brand new e-collect vehicles recently delivred to NCC. It is anticipated the contract will start September / October with an estimated contract value off 353,480 gbp which includes an eCollect driveline warranty of 3 years (ex VAT).

## Notice URLs

- https://api.sell2wales.gov.wales/v1?lang=cy/Notice?id=ocds-kuma6s-124388
- https://www.newport.gov.uk

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