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Conversion Services

LONDON AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS TRUST

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23 Feb 2026 at 13:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The London Ambulance Service NHS Trust has completed the procurement process for "Conversion Services," specifically focusing on livery conversions for Trust vehicles under CPV classification 50117200 - Ambulance conversion services. This selective procurement was executed through a call-off from the Blue Light Commercials BLC0157 - Vehicle Conversions framework agreement. The award was made to Richell Vehicle Conversions Limited for a contract period starting from 19 February 2026 and concluding on 31 March 2026, with an overall value of £85,000. The services are to be delivered in England, United Kingdom.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle conversions, particularly those catering to emergency service vehicles. As this procurement method involves a framework agreement, it provides a structured pathway for SMEs to engage, ensuring their suitability and capability in delivering the required services. It opens doors for small to medium enterprises focusing on specialised conversion services to form strategic partnerships and secure contracts with public bodies, fostering growth and sustainable business expansion within specialised industries.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Conversion Services

Notice Description

Livery for Trust vehicles Additional information: Purchase via Blue Light Commercials BLC0157 - Vehicle Conversions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-82d41cd9-4f30-4780-9bc9-f5ff467b4f84
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fb54a00-d972-404c-bc10-b25e3a7b799f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

50117200 - Ambulance conversion services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£85,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Feb 2026 - 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

Buyer & Supplier

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
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
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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