Tender

Ambulance Vehicle Recovery Framework Agreement

EAST OF ENGLAND NHS COLLABORATIVE HUB C/O WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

11 Dec 2025 at 08:40

UK4 - Tender Notice
TenderUpdate

04 Dec 2025 at 15:08

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

21 Nov 2025 at 10:38

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

14 Jul 2025 at 15:15

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The East Of England NHS Collaborative Hub, in collaboration with the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, has initiated a tender for an "Ambulance Vehicle Recovery Framework Agreement." This framework aims to appoint multiple suppliers to provide roadside assistance and vehicle recovery services across the NHS Ambulance Service Trusts in the UK, including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The procurement process, currently at the active tender stage, is conducted via an open competition below the threshold. The anticipated framework commencement is 1st May 2026, spanning an initial two-year term, with potential extensions of two additional 12-month periods. The deadline for tender submissions is 16th January 2026, while inquiries were closed by 28th November 2025. The procurement falls under the services category, with an estimated gross value of £8.4 million, aiming to cover both operational and non-operational fleet requirements on a regional basis through lots and sub-lots.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses across the roadside assistance and vehicle recovery sectors. Given the breadth of coverage across the UK and the potential for a long-term partnership with the NHS, companies that specialise in commercial vehicle recovery and have the capacity to operate on a regional basis will find this tender highly conducive to growth. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the tender is structured to enable fair competition among diverse suppliers. By engaging in this procurement, businesses will not only expand their reach but also cement their capabilities and services within a pivotal segment of public health infrastructure, thus enhancing their market presence and business portfolio.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ambulance Vehicle Recovery Framework Agreement

Notice Description

The East of England NHS Collaborative Procurement Hub (EOECPH) work on behalf of the Ambulance Trusts in delivering collaborative procurement support. The NHS Ambulance Service Trusts, those identified, across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, are seeking to appoint multiple suppliers for the service of Roadside Assistance and Vehicle Recovery & Associated Services. This framework agreement will encompass operational & non-operational fleet. The initial framework term shall be 2 years with the option to extend for 2 x 12 months. The anticipated framework commencement date is 1 May 2026. The service provision will be delivered across the NHS Ambulance Service Trusts on a regional basis known as lots and sub-lots, as outlined in Document 2 - Roadside Assistance and Vehicle Recovery Specification. Tenderers will need to identify which sub-lot they are bidding for in their tender submission. This procurement exercise is being carried out in accordance with PA 2023.

Planning Information

The East of England NHS Collaborative Procurement Hub (EOECPH) work on behalf of the Ambulance Trusts in delivering collaborative procurement support. EOECPH are inviting potentially interested organisations to a market engagement event with regards to the creation of a framework agreement for Roadside Assistance and Vehicle Recovery across England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Isle of Wight. The purpose of this notice is to inform & engage with potential suppliers to understand market capability and capacity to deliver the framework service. The purpose of the market engagement is to: a) Understand Market Capability & Capacity to meet the requirements of the intended Framework agreement. b) Advise of scope of new framework agreement. (What’s in & out of scope) c) Advise and discuss our Commercial application intentions. d) Discuss our Activity Based Income (ABI) application. Market Engagement session will be held on 4 September 2025 at Victoria House, Cambridge (this may be subject to change). By expressing your interest, you will be permitted to bring no more than x2 individuals from each Organisation. Please send an email to ambulance@eoecph.nhs.uk with the following details for each delegate: • Name • Organisation name • Position • Email address The session will start at 10.30am sharp. We will arrange for collection from reception at 10.15am Anticipated length of time for this session is approx. 90 minutes, with refreshments available on arrival. Delegates will need to report to the reception at Victoria House, where you will be collected from the reception area and taken to the presentation room. Onsite parking is available, no charges apply, however there may be a barrier in place, which will need reception to activate the barrier. Please see a map of (link below) where you can park, we strongly suggest that you park in the car park marked West Wing car park and additional parking to the side of Victoria House. Details of this is in the attachments. Deadline for expressing an interest in attending the event is 1 September 2025. If you have any queries, please send an email to Ambulance@eoecph.nhs.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055eda
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/081738-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50118200 - Breakdown and recovery services for commercial vehicles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£7,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
13 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 28 Apr 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST OF ENGLAND NHS COLLABORATIVE HUB C/O WEST SUFFOLK NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Additional Buyers

EAST OF ENGLAND NHS COLLABORATIVE HUB

Contact Name
Raj Dosanjh
Contact Email
ambulance@eoecph.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
FULBOURN
Postcode
CB21 5XA
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward
Fen Ditton & Fulbourn
Westminster Constituency
South Cambridgeshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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