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DCA Conversion

LONDON AMBULANCE SERVICE

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14 Jul 2025 at 11:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "DCA Conversion" project, led by the London Ambulance Service, has reached the award stage as of 14 July 2025. This contract, focused on ambulance conversion services, was executed under a call-off from a framework agreement, specifically the East of England Framework for Vehicle Conversions, lot 2, through CCS RM6244. The procurement process was selective, suited for medium to large businesses, and is classified under the CPV code 50117200. The location for delivery is London, UK, with a contract period commencing on 27 June 2025 and ending on 26 June 2026, valued at £990,000.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in specialist vehicle conversions, particularly those with experience in emergency service vehicle customisations. Companies like Was Vehicles (UK) Limited, which successfully secured this contract, exemplify the potential for growth in this sector. Firms with the capability to engage in selective procurement methods and collaborate under framework agreements will find this type of tender advantageous for expanding their portfolio in public sector contracts.

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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 2, via CCS RM6244

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a4d8eb9e-adfb-4248-ab97-310cbaccf86c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d69df35-e682-4b9c-aa14-6b8e571d7671
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
£990,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
26 Jun 2025 - 26 Jun 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
Natalie Almeroth
Contact Email
natalie.almeroth@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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