Buyer Name: South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Buyer Address: Westcountry House, Abbey Court, Eagle Way, Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, UKK4, EX2 7HY, United Kingdom
Contact Name: Lewis Wells
Contact Email: lewis.wells@swast.nhs.uk
The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) has entered into a contract for the provision of roadside recovery and repair services for its fleet of vehicles across the Trust. This follows the successful completion of an Open Procedure competitive tender conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023.<br/>The appointed provider will deliver timely and effective roadside assistance, including both recovery and repair services, for a range of vehicles including passenger cars, ambulances, and commercial units. The service is designed to ensure rapid response to incidents and uphold high standards of service delivery, supporting the operational readiness and reliability of the Trust’s fleet.<br/>This contract is critical to maintaining uninterrupted, high-quality care for the communities served by SWASFT.
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Lot Description: An Open Procedure Competitive Tender was completed in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023.
Lot 1 Status: cancelled
Lot 1 Has Options: Yes
Lot 1 Options: Option to extend by up to a further two years.
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Social Value
Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Quality
Lot 1 Award Criterion (cost): Commercial
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