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Prior Information Notice Challenge Universal Trailer

Ministerie van Defensie · Andere procedure in meerdere fasen · 1 lots · 407270
Type
Supplies
34200000
Estimated value
€ 125K
estimated
To deadline
Ongoing
Knock-outs
n/a
exclusion grounds
Award basis
Best price-quality ratio
Assess manuallyconfidence low

The Ministry of Defence is seeking suppliers for a universal trailer, with a first phase focused on the delivery of a design and a second phase focused on prototype development. The challenge spans multiple phases (Nov 2025–Jan 2026) and the award is planned for Q2 2026, with delivery in Q3 2026. Due to the modest contract value (€ 125,000) and the clear, modular-oriented objective, this is of interest to small to medium-sized enterprises with experience in vehicle or trailer design and production.

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Contracting authority
Contract type
Supplies
Andere procedure in meerdere fasen
Estimated value
€125,000
estimated value
Submission deadline
Ongoing
Scope
National
National procedure
Lots
1
1 lots
Main CPV code
Location
Netherlands
CharacteristicsCPV 34Supplies

01What is being requested

The Ministry of Defence is seeking suppliers for a universal trailer, with a first phase focused on the delivery of a design and a second phase focused on prototype development. The challenge spans multiple phases (Nov 2025–Jan 2026) and the award is planned for Q2 2026, with delivery in Q3 2026. Due to the modest contract value (€ 125,000) and the clear, modular-oriented objective, this is of interest to small to medium-sized enterprises with experience in vehicle or trailer design and production.

Challenge Universal Trailer [line break] Our Armed Forces are expanding again, which translates to the acquisition of new vehicles, weapon systems, and accessories such as trailers; towed vehicles and semi-trailers. Family formation and rapid scalability of production of our equipment are key principles in this regard. [line break] Therefore, we challenge the industry to come up with a scalable prototype for a universal trailer, allowing us to apply as many functions as possible modularly to a universal type of trailer. Consider applications such as the transport of water, generators, fuel,

34200000€ 125KSupplies
1Prior Information Notice Challenge Universal Trailer€125,000

02Value in context

€125,000

03Likely competitors

#Likely bidderFitWins
1Terberg Matec Nederland B.V.SME8843×
2Scania Nederland B.V.SME8838×
3Aebi Schmidt Nederland B.V.SME8538×
4Kenbri Fire Fighting B.V.SME8531×
5Truckland B.V.SME8325×
6BekkerLaGram Waalwijk B.V.SME8321×

04Legal themes that may be relevant here

05Frequently asked questions

How is the development of the challenge divided into phases?
The challenge consists of two phases. The first phase focuses on the delivery of a design, for which compensation is provided. The second phase focuses on the delivery of a prototype, also for compensation.
When will the information meetings take place?
An online information meeting is scheduled for 19 January 2026. Additionally, a physical information meeting regarding the Universal Trailer will take place on 2 February 2026.
What is the expected timeline for the execution of this assignment?
The market engagement and announcement will take place between November 2025 and January 2026. The dialogue sessions are scheduled for March 2026. The award is expected in the second quarter of 2026, with realization in the third quarter of 2026.
Which innovative concepts are being considered for the trailer?
Innovative concepts are being sought, such as an extendable chassis and the possibility to adjust the configuration of the trailer from a single axle to a double axle.

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06Estimated value versus the market

p25
€ 280K
median
€ 606K
p75
€ 1,6 mln
€ 125K

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