Double Crewed Ambulance Conversions mini framework (Ref: 2024/S 000-033898)

The East of England NHS Collaborative Procurement Hub (EOECPH) are utilising the Crown Commercial Service framework agreement for Purchase of Standard and Specialist Vehicles (RM6244) for conversion of base vehicles to double crewed ambulances (DCAs). The mini framework appoints suppliers that trusts can order conversions under Lot 10.

EOECPH have created a mini framework agreement enabling ambulance trusts assurance to meet the NHS England Double-Crewed Ambulance (DCA) National Specification, Section 2: Conversion specification Version 2, November 2024, publication approval reference: PRN02159.

Please note that Lots 1 and 2 have an initial term of 3 years with an extension of 1 x 12 months. Lot 3 has a period of 2 years, with no option to extend, so will end on the 16th September 2026.

• Terms and conditions that are relevant to conversion of ambulances. i.e. retention of title
• Additional discount over CCS master framework
• Conversion accreditation and assurances secured
• Conversion suppliers meeting national specification
• Stakeholder group across fleet, procurement and NHS England
• Variation process to promote innovation.
• Social value and sustainability benefits
• Audited suppliers
• Convergence and removal of duplication at framework requirements
• Partnership arrangement with CCS
• Streamlined call-off process

Mini framework

Lot 1: Panel Van conversion - ends 16/09/2027;
Lot 2: Lightweight (Box Body) Conversion- ends 16/09/2027;
Lot 3: Battery Electric Conversion - ends 16/09/2026

Blue Light Services Specialist Vehicles Limited – Lot 1, Lot 2;
James Alpe Limited – Lot 1, Lot 2;
O&H Vehicle Conversions Limited – Lot 1, Lot 2;
Wietmarscher Ambulanz und Sonderfahrzeug GmbH  (WAS) – Lot 1, Lot 2, Lot 3;
Wilker UK Limited – Lot 1, Lot 2, Lot 3