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Ford Kuga Conversions

LONDON AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS TRUST

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23 Dec 2025 at 15:02

Summary of the contracting process

The London Ambulance Service NHS Trust has completed a procurement process for the conversion of Ford Kuga cars into operational vehicles. This process falls under the services category and is classified under motor vehicle conversion services (CPV: 50117100). The tender's contract period started on 3rd December 2025 and will end on 31st March 2026. The procurement was conducted using a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, and the contract award was announced on 23rd December 2025. The project covers multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and several overseas territories.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity for companies, especially those categorised as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in vehicle conversion services. With a contract value of GBP 230,000, this procurement is particularly suitable for businesses that have experience in converting vehicles for operational use in varied locations, such as emergency services. The awarded supplier, Richell Vehicle Conversions Limited, an SME, signifies the potential for other similar businesses to engage with public sector opportunities, provided they can offer competitive and specialised service solutions.

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Notice Title

Ford Kuga Conversions

Notice Description

Conversion of Ford Kuga cars into operational vehicles. Additional information: Blue Light Commercials BLC0157 - Vehicle Conversions. No option to extend.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c970247e-db24-4db9-bb38-6bf94b9185b8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50117100 - Motor vehicle conversion services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
3 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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 NHS TRUST
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

RICHELL VEHICLE CONVERSIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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