The Refurbishment of RCV's
Cheshire East Borough CouncilEstimated Value
Up to £1,100,000
Deadline
9 October 2026
28 days remaining
Published
7 September 2026
Type
services
Overview
Refurbishment of Refuse Collection Vehicles (RCVs) for use on the Cheshire East Council Waste Collection Service. Details can be found in the suite of tender documents.
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Cheshire East Council is looking for a supplier to refurbish its refuse collection vehicles, updating them for continued use on its waste collection service.
Requirements
- Supplier must have experience refurbishing refuse collection vehicles
- Compliance with UK road vehicle safety standards (e.g., MOT, DVSA)
- Relevant ISO certifications (e.g., ISO 9001) preferred
- Ability to meet Council’s environmental and emissions targets
- Financial stability and appropriate insurances
- Must be able to work to the Council’s schedule and provide warranty for work
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Strip, repair and repaint vehicle bodies
- Replace or upgrade mechanical components (engine, transmission, brakes)
- Install new waste compaction equipment or upgrade existing
- Fit new lighting, signage and safety equipment
- Perform full safety inspection and certification after refurbishment
- Deliver refurbished vehicles back to council depots on agreed timelines
How to Read This Tender
- 1Read the 'Scope of Work' section to confirm exactly which vehicle systems are to be refurbished
- 2Check the 'Evaluation Criteria' – many councils award points for cost, quality, and social value, so be ready to address each
- 3Look for mandatory documents (e.g., insurance certificates, health & safety plans) in the tender pack and submit them in the required format
- 4Note any deadlines for site visits or pre‑tender meetings – attending can give you insight into the fleet condition
- 5Pay attention to the contract length and warranty requirements; they affect your total cost
Tips for Small Businesses
- Consider partnering with a specialist component supplier to strengthen your technical bid without taking on all the work yourself
- Highlight any local employment or apprenticeship plans – councils often give extra points for social value
- If the total contract value is high, you can bid as a joint venture with another SME to meet financial thresholds
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Cheshire East Borough CouncilKey Dates
Published
7 September 2026
Submission deadline
9 October 2026
Notice type
Contract
Source
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