---
title: "Supply Hire Vehicle for South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051c92"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051c92.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2025-05-22"
---

# Supply Hire Vehicle for South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Buyer: SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051c92

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## Summary

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is planning to initiate a public procurement process for the supply of hire vehicles, intended to serve the Trust's operational needs across various locations. This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on transport services, and involves a framework agreement. The contract aims to secure a provider capable of supplying both passenger and commercial vehicles on an as-needed basis, ensuring high maintenance standards. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a planned contract period starting from 24 November 2025, and extending, with potential renewal, to a maximum of 31 October 2030. Key upcoming dates include a future notice by 18 August 2025. The procurement value is estimated at £3,065,500 gross, within the specified legal framework, 2023/54 UKPGA.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in vehicle leasing and hire services. Suppliers capable of quick responses and those maintaining a diverse fleet of well-maintained vehicles would be particularly well-suited. The contract offers scope for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) to compete, given the suitability requirements. Moreover, the potential for a long-term arrangement provides a substantial opportunity for business growth, allowing for stability and planned expansion within the market for transport services linked to healthcare logistics.

## Notice

South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is seeking a hire car provider to supply ad hoc hire vehicles trust wide. The provider will be responsible for delivering a range of vehicles including passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles. These vehicles will be required on an as-needed basis to support the operational needs of the Trust. The successful provider must demonstrate the ability to supply vehicles at short notice and ensure that all vehicles are maintained to a high standard. This service is essential to enable the Trust to continue delivering high-quality care to the communities it serves.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024465-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 18 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Nov 2025 - 31 Oct 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,554,583 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOUTH WESTERN AMBULANCE SERVICE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX2 7HY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | St Loyes |
| Westminster constituency | Exmouth and Exeter East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

## Release History

- 22 May 2025 at 08:30 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024465-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024465-2025
  22nd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.swast.nhs.uk

## Provenance

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