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Purchase of 6 x Ford Electric Vehicle EV Base Chassis National Specification Double Crew Ambulances

EAST MIDLANDS AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS TRUST

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16 Jul 2025 at 13:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for purchasing six Ford Electric Vehicle Base Chassis Double Crewed Ambulances has been completed by the East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust. This initiative falls under the industry category of "Ambulances" and is located in the East Midlands, region UKF14. The procurement method used was a direct award procedure without prior publication, specifically through the NHS Framework, and the contract was awarded to Ford Motor Company Limited on 1st June 2025. The award phase of this contract has been marked as active, indicating that the items are intended for purchase under the East of England Collaborative Procurement Hub project.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of electric vehicle components, as it signals a growing demand for electric ambulances. Companies with expertise in electric vehicle technology and assembly would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders, given the focus on sustainable and innovative transportation solutions in the public sector. The contract, valued at £254,424, is ideal for businesses looking to tap into governmental frameworks for recurring procurement needs, as it represents a clear move towards environmentally friendly vehicle options within the healthcare sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of 6 x Ford Electric Vehicle EV Base Chassis National Specification Double Crew Ambulances

Notice Description

**THIS IS A CONTRACT AWARD**<br/><br/>Purchase of National specification Double Crewed Ambulances (DCA) based on Ford Electric Vehicle Base Chassis as part of the East of England Collaborative Procurement Hub (EOECPH) National Ambulance Specification (Ref: C192905) - under Lot 3 - Electric Ambulances.<br/><br/>The Trust intends to purchase 6 base chassis in readiness for conversion later this year.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Purchase of National specification Double Crewed Ambulances (DCA) based on Ford Electric Vehicle Base Chassis as part of the East of England Collaborative Procurement Hub (EOECPH) National Ambulance Specification (Ref: C192905) - under Lot 3 - Electric Ambulances.

Procurement Information

Compliant Direct Award via NHS Framework for Purchase of National Specification DCA

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056064
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040557-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34114120 - Paramedic vehicles

34114121 - Ambulances

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£254,424 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 May 20258 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST MIDLANDS AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Chris Johnson
Contact Email
chris.johnson15@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+44 1158659785

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG8 6PY
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF14 Nottingham
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Bilborough
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FORD MOTOR

Further Information

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