GB-Durham: TPPL Durham County Council NEPO HGV Lot 1 - 5 x LHD Sweepers (28279)
About This Opportunity
United Kingdom contract award (general supplies): GB-Durham: TPPL Durham County. By Durham County Council. Awarded to Ford and Slater Ltd. (GBP 954K, Jan 2026).
This is a supplies contract in the general supplies and transport and logistics sectors, with a focus on Vehicles. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 953,675.
Published through UK Contracts Finder, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the general supplies sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
This tender opportunity, issued by Durham County Council in the United Kingdom, seeks the supply of five (5) Left-Hand Drive (LHD) road sweepers. The procurement falls under the category of specialized vehicle acquisition, with the specific Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV) code being 34921100 for road sweepers. The contracting authority, Durham County Council, is looking to enhance its fleet with these essential pieces of equipment, likely for municipal cleaning and maintenance operations across the county.
Prospective suppliers are invited to bid for the provision of these five LHD sweepers. Typical requirements for such tenders often include detailed specifications regarding the sweepers' performance capabilities, such as sweeping width, water tank capacity, engine power, and emission standards. Furthermore, bidders may be expected to demonstrate their ability to provide comprehensive after-sales support, including maintenance, spare parts availability, and operator training. The tender will likely assess the technical merit of the proposed vehicles, the supplier's experience in delivering similar equipment, and the overall cost-effectiveness of their offer. Further details regarding the specific technical requirements, evaluation criteria, and submission deadlines are anticipated to be made available to registered bidders through the UK Contracts Finder portal.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from UK Contracts Finder and was originally published on January 16, 2026. Last refreshed 4 days ago. Reference: BIP1005350820. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Durham County Council
Durham County Council has issued 221 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 12 currently open and 169 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Information & Communication Technology, and Transport & Logistics. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: June 18, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
How can I submit a bid?
Visit UK Contracts Finder to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference BIP1005350820 when communicating with the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to Ford and Slater Ltd.. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Durham County Council in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Supplies contract in the General Supplies & Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
Ford and Slater Ltd. was awarded the contract for £953,675. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
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