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LAS - ECU Vehicle Conversions

LONDON AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS TRUST

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01 Jun 2026 at 13:24

Summary of the contracting process

The London Ambulance Service NHS Trust has completed the procurement process for "LAS - ECU Vehicle Conversions," aimed at converting Volvo vehicles for the Emergency Capability Unit. The procurement, under the industry category of 'services,' took place in London, UK. This tender process was carried out through a selective procurement method, specifically below threshold and awarded under a framework. The contract, valued at £52,000 (gross amount of £62,400), started on 21st May 2026 and will conclude on 20th May 2027. The award was officially made to Richell Vehicle Conversions Limited, a supplier based in Wormingford, United Kingdom.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in vehicle conversions and related services, offering not only immediate work but potential recognition and credibility within public contracts. Companies that have expertise in emergency vehicle modifications, particularly ambulance conversion services, would find this contract aligns perfectly with their business model. Additionally, SMEs like Richell Vehicle Conversions Limited, involved in this contract, demonstrate how such projects can foster growth and establish long-term relationships with central government public authorities like the London Ambulance Service.

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Notice Title

LAS - ECU Vehicle Conversions

Notice Description

Conversion of Volvo vehicles for use by Emergency Capability Unit.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06aa6b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051439-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50117200 - Ambulance conversion services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£52,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 May 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 May 2026 - 20 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8SD
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RICHELL VEHICLE CONVERSIONS

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