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DS520-25 Vehicle Hire

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service

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11 Feb 2026 at 13:12

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Summary of the contracting process

The Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service has awarded a contract for vehicle hire to the Scot Group Ltd, trading as Switch Car and Van Rental. This procurement process, conducted using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, falls under the 'Motor vehicles' industry category with CPV code 34100000. Located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, the procurement stage is currently in the award phase, with an active contract starting on 9th February 2026 and concluding on 8th February 2030. The contract, valued at £2,000, runs for two years with the option to extend for two additional 12-month periods.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for companies specialised in supplying motor vehicles, especially those capable of providing flexible self-drive vehicle hire services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this opportunity particularly attractive due to the procurement's suitability criteria favouring such entities. Engaging in this contract might allow businesses to bolster their presence in the public sector, specifically providing essential transportation solutions to fire and rescue services in the South West. This procurement not only fosters growth through expanded service offerings but also showcases reliability and commitment to public service logistics.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DS520-25 Vehicle Hire

Notice Description

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority has awarded a contract to Scot Group Ltd trading as Switch Car and Van Rental for the self drive vehicle hire. The contract is for 2 years with 2 x 12 month extension periods. Additional information: The contract value is based on our current usage and this may increase or decrease depending upon the demand and any changes within the Service.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a36b8eb0-33e8-4140-8572-74716b1c2185
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52280723-cba3-4a82-a76b-57ecff126b30
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Sep 202511 months ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 8 Feb 2030 4-5 years
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
Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX3 0NW
Postcode Area
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
East Devon
Electoral Ward
Clyst Valley
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Scot Group

Further Information

Notice Documents

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