Torrevieja approves €159,999 lease for 10 scooters for mobility agents; cemetery expansion and fuel supply contracts also approved
- Torrevieja City Council approves 4-year lease of 10 emergency-equipped scooters for Mobility Agents (€159,999).
- Municipal cemetery to be expanded with 296 new niches in a €269,810.16 public works tender.
- fuel supply contract worth €240,235.88 awarded to Torrevieja Diésel for up to 5 years (3 + 2 optional extensions).
- Contracts include maintenance, insurance, and close service hours for municipal vehicle refueling.
Intro: The Torrevieja City Council’s Governing Board (Junta de Gobierno local), through councilor-secretary Federico Alarcón, has approved three key municipal contracts aimed at improving urban mobility, expanding cemetery capacity, and ensuring fuel supply for municipal fleets. These measures include the lease of 10 scooters for the Agents of Mobility, construction of nearly 300 new cemetery niches, and the award of a multi-year fuel supply contract.
what was approved – quick overview
The Governing Board approved the following administrative files and contracts:
- Lease of 10 scooters (scooter-type motorcycles) for the Agents of Mobility for 48 months, budgeted at €159,999.
- Public works tender for the construction of 296 new niches at the municipal cemetery, valued at €269,810.16 (VAT included), with a 5-month execution period.
- A three-year fuel supply contract for municipal vehicles awarded to Torrevieja Diésel, S.L., for €240,235.88 (VAT included), with two optional annual extensions.
Lease of scooters for Mobility agents – details and purpose
The municipal leasing tender seeks to provide the local Cuerpo de Agentes de Movilidad with 10 scooters equipped for emergency use. Key points:
- Contract length: 48 months (4 years), no extensions.
- Budget base for the tender: €159,999 for the full four-year lease.
- Vehicle features: scooters must be fully equipped with emergency lights and meet all technical and administrative requirements for road circulation.
- Services included: routine maintenance, repairs, breakdown assistance for the entire leased fleet, and an insurance policy covering all motorcycles.
Why it matters
Upgrading and standardizing the mobility fleet helps traffic agents respond faster, improves road presence and safety, and reduces downtime thanks to included maintenance and insurance. A leased fleet can also free up capital for other municipal needs while ensuring up-to-date equipment for public service.
Cemetery expansion: 296 new niches to meet demand
The Governing Board approved the tender for the municipal cemetery extension through an open simplified procedure to build 296 new niches. Key facts:
- Contract amount: €269,810.16 (VAT included).
- Scope: construction of 296 new burial niches at the municipal cemetery.
- Execution period: 5 months from signing the Replanteo (site setting-out) act.
- Warranty period: estimated 1 year; no contract extensions foreseen for this work.
Community impact
The addition of nearly 300 niches addresses municipal burial capacity needs and provides a timely response to local demand for cemetery spaces. Fast execution (5 months) aims to make spaces available quickly while keeping the project under a clear warranty.
Fuel supply contract awarded to Torrevieja Diésel
The municipal fuel supply tender for vehicles across departments was awarded to Torrevieja Diésel, S.L. Crucial terms:
- Contract value: €240,235.88 (VAT included).
- Duration: 3 years, plus two optional 1-year extensions (up to 5 years total).
- Service proximity: the supply point is within 3 km of the Town Hall.
- Service hours: Torrevieja Diésel branch – 6:30 to 22:00; collaborating station – 6:00 to 22:00.
operational benefits
Having a nearby, long-hours fuel supplier ensures municipal vehicles can be refueled efficiently across departments, reducing downtime and logistical complications. The multi-year arrangement offers price and service stability while allowing renewal flexibility.
At a glance – contract summary table
| Project | Value (incl. VAT) | Duration | Key features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 scooters lease (Mobility Agents) | €159,999 | 48 months | Emergency lights, maintenance & insurance |
| Cemetery expansion (296 niches) | €269,810.16 | 5 months | Construction of new niches, 1-year warranty |
| Fuel supply (municipal vehicles) | €240,235.88 | 3 years (+2 optional) | Nearby station, extended hours (6:00-22:00) |
Who authorized the approvals?
Federico Alarcón, councilor-secretary of Torrevieja’s Junta de Gobierno Local, reported the approval of the contract files, technical specifications, administrative clauses, and the spending estimates for the scooter lease and other tenders.
Looking ahead
The upcoming procurement phases will include publishing the tender specifications, inviting bids, and selecting contractors or suppliers according to public contracting rules. Residents can expect the mobility scooters to enter service within the year depending on contracting timelines, while cemetery works are scheduled to start after contract signature and the site setting-out act.
Keywords
Torrevieja, scooter lease, Mobility Agents, municipal contracts, cemetery expansion, cemetery niches, fuel supply, Torrevieja Diésel, public procurement, municipal vehicles
Sources and credits
- Original report by Alicante Plaza – Federico Alarcón announces approvals: https://alicanteplaza.es/alicanteplaza/orihuela1/torrevieja-busca-alquilar-diez-motos-por-160000-euros-para-los-agentes-de-movilidad