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DCA Conversion

LONDON AMBULANCE SERVICE

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17 Jul 2025 at 10:18

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "DCA Conversion" was initiated by the London Ambulance Service and falls under the category of ambulance conversion services. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with the contract going to Was Vehicles (UK) Limited on 14th July 2025. The project involves ambulance chassis conversion and will be conducted from 14th July 2025 to 13th July 2026. The procurement was executed via a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement within the East of England Framework for Vehicle Conversions, lot 3. Although the tender closed on 10th April 2025, the contract has now been awarded, contributing to healthcare services across the United Kingdom, specifically at the postal code SE1 8SD in London.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies specialising in vehicle conversion services, particularly those with experience in ambulance chassis conversion. While SMEs and VCSEs are not marked as suitable for this procurement, medium to large-scale businesses with established capabilities in specialised conversions can benefit from this contract. By delivering high-quality conversion services, businesses can enhance their portfolio and establish a reputation within the public sector, leading to potential future agreements. Collaboration with reputable frameworks like the East of England Framework ensures a streamlined contract process, favouring businesses that are adept at meeting stringent requirements and deadlines.

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Notice Title

DCA Conversion

Notice Description

Ambulance Chassis Conversion Additional information: Purchased via East of England Framework for Vehicle Conversions, lot 3, via CCS RM6244

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-10f44f4d-3502-492d-83d1-320ce93148d1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c429eb8d-aceb-4a4a-a7ba-bb39250bcf5c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50117200 - Ambulance conversion services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£227,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jul 2025 - 13 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON AMBULANCE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8SD
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WAS VEHICLES (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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