Planning

Supply Hire Vehicle for South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Planning

22 May 2025 at 08:30

Summary of the contracting process

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is planning to initiate a public procurement process for the supply of hire vehicles, intended to serve the Trust's operational needs across various locations. This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on transport services, and involves a framework agreement. The contract aims to secure a provider capable of supplying both passenger and commercial vehicles on an as-needed basis, ensuring high maintenance standards. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a planned contract period starting from 24 November 2025, and extending, with potential renewal, to a maximum of 31 October 2030. Key upcoming dates include a future notice by 18 August 2025. The procurement value is estimated at £3,065,500 gross, within the specified legal framework, 2023/54 UKPGA.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in vehicle leasing and hire services. Suppliers capable of quick responses and those maintaining a diverse fleet of well-maintained vehicles would be particularly well-suited. The contract offers scope for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) to compete, given the suitability requirements. Moreover, the potential for a long-term arrangement provides a substantial opportunity for business growth, allowing for stability and planned expansion within the market for transport services linked to healthcare logistics.

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Notice Title

Supply Hire Vehicle for South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Notice Description

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is seeking a hire car provider to supply ad hoc hire vehicles trust wide. The provider will be responsible for delivering a range of vehicles including passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles. These vehicles will be required on an as-needed basis to support the operational needs of the Trust. The successful provider must demonstrate the ability to supply vehicles at short notice and ensure that all vehicles are maintained to a high standard. This service is essential to enable the Trust to continue delivering high-quality care to the communities it serves.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051c92
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024465-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,554,583 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Lewis Wells
Contact Email
lewis.wells@swast.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX2 7HY
Post Town
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
St Loyes
Westminster Constituency
Exmouth and Exeter East

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