Tender

SWAST-5088-E Unit 2 Improvement and minor works

SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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20 Jan 2026 at 11:53

Summary of the contracting process

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is seeking proposals for the "SWAST-5088-E Unit 2 Improvement and minor works," which involves refurbishment tasks such as flooring and kitchen area improvements. This open competitive procurement process falls under the 'works' category and is managed by a public authority - central government entity. The location for this opportunity is in the UK South West region (UKK). Prospective bidders should note that the tender stage is currently active, with the submission deadline set for 30th January 2026 at 12:00 PM. The related lot is valued at up to £96,000, with contracts expected to commence on 4th February 2026, ending on 31st March 2026.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialised in refurbishment and construction services. The contract requires expertise in overhaul and refurbishment work, as classified under CPV code 45453000. The procurement method encourages competitive participation as it is below threshold with an open competition allowing electronic submissions. Bidders should focus on demonstrating both cost-effectiveness and social value, as these factors are integral to the award criteria, with cost accounting for 90% of the evaluation and social value for 10%. Companies aligning with these criteria have a favourable chance to secure the contract, especially those capable of delivering high-quality results cost-efficiently.

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Notice Title

SWAST-5088-E Unit 2 Improvement and minor works

Notice Description

SWAST-5088-E Unit 2 Improvement and minor works, including flooring and kitchen area

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0609c2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004738-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@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
TLK South West (England)

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

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