This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

AwardUpdate

30 Jul 2025 at 08:36

Award

22 Jul 2025 at 13:45

Award

27 Sep 2024 at 11:19

Award

03 Mar 2023 at 13:52

Tender

25 Mar 2022 at 12:12

Planning

01 Sep 2021 at 22:45

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Purchase of Standard and Specialist Vehicles" was conducted by the Crown Commercial Service (CCS), a body under the UK Government's Cabinet Office, and took place entirely in the United Kingdom. This effort aimed to establish a pan-Government framework agreement, facilitating the provision of motor vehicles for Central Government Departments and various UK Public Sector Bodies. The industry category focuses on motor vehicles, as classified under CPV code 34100000. The contracting process has reached the stages of award and contract updates, with significant developments on 30th July 2025. Earlier in the process, on 25th March 2022, a tender notice was released, and subsequent stages revealed that the contract was signed on 7th February 2023. The framework spans a considerable contract period of 1440 days. The open procedure method was utilised, ensuring a competitive and transparent tendering process with an active award status, signalling the project's move from planning and tendering into execution.

This procurement offers a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in vehicle supply and services, such as manufacturers, conversion specialists, and firms providing after-sales support and maintenance. The framework allows for comprehensive participation in the supply chain, from product development to delivery and ongoing service provision. With a substantial estimated contract value of £5.52 billion, firms willing to meet the technical and quality criteria can significantly expand their market presence through this framework. The procurement method supports large scale operations, indicated by the complex standards and requirements in various lots, such as passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and bespoke conversions, all of which present a valuable market for businesses able to fulfil these demands. Successful delivery within this framework can bolster a firm's credentials and credibility in the public procurement market, encouraging future growth and business opportunities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Purchase of Standard and Specialist Vehicles

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) as the Authority intends to put in place a pan Government framework agreement for the provision of standard and specialist vehicles to be utilised by Central Government Departments and all other UK Public Sector Bodies, including Local Authorities, Health, Police, Fire and Rescue, Education, Devolved Administrations, British Crown Dependencies and British Overseas Territories, nationalised industry, voluntary bodies, charities and private sector organisations procuring on behalf of these bodies. The framework agreement will replace the previous Vehicle Purchase framework agreement (RM6060) and Vehicle Conversions dynamic purchasing system (RM3814). The scope of the Framework Contract covers the supply and delivery of vehicles to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK) and overseas. The aim of the framework agreement is to appoint suppliers who will be responsible for either the complete supply chain from product development, vehicle manufacture, conversion and supply to customers through to after-sales support, maintenance and support, warranties and parts or vehicle conversion as a stand-alone service. CCS have amended the Estimated total value excluding VAT, and the estimated value excluding VAT in each of the Lots. These changes will be effective from 04/08/2025.

Lot Information

Passenger Cars

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) as the Authority has put in place a pan Government framework agreement for the provision of standard and specialist vehicles to be utilised by Central Government Departments and all other UK Public Sector Bodies, including Local Authorities, Health, Police, Fire and Rescue, Education, Devolved Administrations, British Crown Dependencies and British Overseas Territories, nationalised industry, voluntary bodies, charities and private sector organisations procuring on behalf of these bodies. The framework agreement replaced the previous Vehicle Purchase framework agreement (RM6060) and Vehicle Conversions dynamic purchasing system (RM3814). The scope of the Framework Contract covers the supply and delivery of vehicles to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK) and overseas. The aim of the framework agreement was to appoint suppliers who will be responsible for either the complete supply chain from product development, vehicle manufacture, conversion and supply to customers through to after-sales support, maintenance and support, warranties and parts or vehicle conversion as a stand-alone service.

Light and Medium Commercial Vehicles up to 7.5 Tonnes

Dropside, Fridge Vans, Fridge Box, Platform Cab, Luton, Car Derived Vans and Pickups. The associated deliverables for Lot 2 are described within Framework Schedule 1 (Specification) of the Framework Contract. Additional information: Value excluding VAT: PS550,000,000

Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles including Chassis and Cabs

HGVs, Trucks (Box Body, Curtainside, Refrigerated), Flatbed, Chassis and Cab only. The associated deliverables for Lot 3 are described within Framework Schedule 1 (Specification) of the Framework Contract. Additional information: Value excluding VAT: PS30,000,000

Bluelight Cars and Motorcycles

Emergency Vehicles (Police, Ambulance, Fire & Rescue), Passenger Cars (Saloon, Hatchback, Estate, Coupe, Convertible, SUV's, 4x4's and MPV's), All-Terrain Vehicles, Motorcycles, Scooters and Quad Bikes. The associated deliverables for Lot 4 are described within Framework Schedule 1 (Specification) of the Framework Contract. Additional information: Value excluding VAT: PS380,000,000

Bluelight Light and Medium Commercial Vehicles up to 7.5 Tonnes

Emergency Vehicles (Police, Ambulance, Fire & Rescue), Vans, Car Derived Vans and Pickups. The associated deliverables for Lot 5 are described within Framework Schedule 1 (Specification) of the Framework Contract Additional information: Value excluding VAT: PS175,000,000

Refuse Collection and other Waste Management Vehicles

Refuse Collection and other Waste Management Vehicles (Rear Loaders, Side Loaders, Front Loaders). The associated deliverables for Lot 6 are described within Framework Schedule 1 (Specification) of the Framework Contract. Additional information: Value excluding VAT: PS5,000,000

Minibuses (9 - 17 Seats), including Accessible and Patient Transport

Minibuses, including accessible and patient transport. The associated deliverables for Lot 7 are described within Framework Schedule 1 (Specification) of the Framework Contract. Additional information: Value excluding VAT: PS5,000,000

Buses and Coaches (over 17 Seats)

Buses and Coaches (over 17 Seats). The associated deliverables for Lot 8 are described within Framework Schedule 1 (Specification) of the Framework Contract. Additional information: Value excluding VAT: PS1,505,000,000

Trailers and Mobile Units, including Health Screening, Events and Mobile Office Units

Trailers and Mobile Units, including Health Screening, Events and Mobile Office Units. The associated deliverables for Lot 9 are described within Framework Schedule 1 (Specification) of the Framework Contract. Additional information: Value excluding VAT: PS5,000,000

Conversion of Bespoke and Specialist Vehicles

Conversion Services for all of the following vehicles: M1 Vehicles (Passenger Cars) N1 Vehicles: (Light Goods Vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes), N2 Vehicles (used for the carriage of goods, having a maximum mass exceeding 3.5 tonnes but not exceeding 12 tonnes), and; N3 Vehicles (Used for the carriage of goods, having a maximum mass exceeding 12 tonnes) Ambulance A&E DCA vehicles Patient transport service vehicles Bluelight conversions Ambulance conversions Other services such as: design, consultancy, livery, electrical, comms welfare vehicles heating, cooling, ventilation utilities and drainage. The associated deliverables for Lot 10 are described within Framework Schedule 1 (Specification) of the Framework Contract. Additional information: Value excluding VAT: PS115,000,000

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02dc24
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044065-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic, Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

34220000 - Trailers, semi-trailers and mobile containers

50117000 - Vehicle conversion and reconditioning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000,000 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
£4,000,000,000 £1B-£10B
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£9,521,565,483 £1B-£10B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
3 Jan 2022Expired
Award Date
7 Feb 20233 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Crown Commercial Service
Additional Buyers

FCDO Services

The Minister for the Cabinet Office acting through Crown Commercial Service

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
Not specified
Postcode Area
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

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UTAC Special Vehicles UK Ltd

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