The Council of the Borough of Kirklees has published a procurement opportunity for vehicle accident damage repairs with an estimated value of an undisclosed value. The submission deadline is the date stated in the official notice, giving eligible UK suppliers a limited window to prepare and submit bids through the official Find a Tender portal.

Published on 2026-04-09, this contract is open to suitably qualified suppliers across the United Kingdom. All businesses interested in bidding should review the full tender documentation and confirm they meet all eligibility requirements before the closing date.

Contract overview

The Council of the Borough of Kirklees (the "Council") is conducting a Preliminary Market Engagement exercise to gauge the level of interest for this opportunity. This exercise is not a call for competition. The Council wishes to establish a Framework of several Service Providers for the provision of Vehicle Accident Damage Repairs - for light commercial vehicles and cars under 7.5 tonnes. It is anticipated the Framework will run for three (3) years with one (1) possible 12-month extension period. The purpose of this Preliminary Market Engagement exercise is to: • Understand current market capacity, capability, and interest. • Identify barriers, risks, and opportunities. • Inform the procurement strategy (including scope, risk allocation and form of contract). • Shape future tender documentation so that it aligns with the market and delivers best value.

The Council of the Borough of Kirklees is the contracting authority. The estimated value is an undisclosed value and the deadline is the date stated in the official notice. Download the full specification from the official portal before preparing a bid.

Is your business eligible?

This contract is most relevant to management consultants, marketing agencies, HR firms. Suppliers typically need to demonstrate experience delivering similar contracts, appropriate financial standing, and hold relevant professional qualifications and case studies.

Under the Procurement Act 2023, The Council of the Borough of Kirklees must actively consider SME participation. Check whether this contract has been structured into lots.

• Proven track record in consulting & advisory contracts of comparable scope
• Financial standing appropriate for a an undisclosed value contract
• Relevant certifications: relevant professional qualifications and case studies
• Capacity to mobilise within The Council of the Borough of Kirklees’s required timeframe

How to submit a bid

• Step 1 — Access the notice: Visit Find a Tender at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032538-2026
• Step 2 — Register free: Create or log in to your supplier account
• Step 3 — Download documents: Read the full ITT before preparing your response
• Step 4 — Raise clarifications: Submit questions early — Q&A typically closes 1–2 weeks before the deadline
• Step 5 — Submit before the date stated in the official notice: Late submissions are not accepted

What the buyer will evaluate

The Council of the Borough of Kirklees will assess all compliant bids against published criteria. Buyers typically apply a 60% quality and 40% price weighting. Under the Procurement Act 2023, social value is a mandatory evaluation criterion.

Writing a winning bid

• Lead with an executive summary addressing The Council of the Borough of Kirklees’s objectives directly
• Provide two or more case studies with measurable outcomes from comparable contracts
• Include specific, costed social value commitments
• Price to win but ensure your margin covers full delivery

Frequently asked questions

Can SMEs bid for this contract?

Yes. The Procurement Act 2023 requires The Council of the Borough of Kirklees to consider SME suitability and remove unnecessary barriers.

Is registration on the portal free?

Yes. Registering as a supplier on Find a Tender is completely free.

Where are the full tender documents?

All documents are on the official Find a Tender listing at https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032538-2026.

This article is for informational purposes only. Always verify all details on the official procurement portal before submitting a bid. Kael Tripton is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Council of the Borough of Kirklees or the UK government.