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title: "DS520-25 Vehicle Hire"
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# DS520-25 Vehicle Hire

Buyer: DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a36b8eb0-33e8-4140-8572-74716b1c2185

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## Summary

The Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service has awarded a contract for vehicle hire to the Scot Group Ltd, trading as Switch Car and Van Rental. This procurement process, conducted using a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement, falls under the 'Motor vehicles' industry category with CPV code 34100000. Located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, the procurement stage is currently in the award phase, with an active contract starting on 9th February 2026 and concluding on 8th February 2030. The contract, valued at £2,000, runs for two years with the option to extend for two additional 12-month periods.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for companies specialised in supplying motor vehicles, especially those capable of providing flexible self-drive vehicle hire services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this opportunity particularly attractive due to the procurement's suitability criteria favouring such entities. Engaging in this contract might allow businesses to bolster their presence in the public sector, specifically providing essential transportation solutions to fire and rescue services in the South West. This procurement not only fosters growth through expanded service offerings but also showcases reliability and commitment to public service logistics.

## Notice

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority has awarded a contract to Scot Group Ltd trading as Switch Car and Van Rental for the self drive vehicle hire. The contract is for 2 years with 2 x 12 month extension periods. Additional information: The contract value is based on our current usage and this may increase or decrease depending upon the demand and any changes within the Service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52280723-cba3-4a82-a76b-57ecff126b30 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Feb 2026 - 8 Feb 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEVON & SOMERSET FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX3 0NW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | East Devon |
| Electoral ward | Clyst Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SCOT GROUP LTD TRADING AS SWITCH CAR AND VAN RENTAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34100000 - Motor vehicles

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2026 at 13:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52280723-cba3-4a82-a76b-57ecff126b30

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52280723-cba3-4a82-a76b-57ecff126b30
  11th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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