- Lot 1. Provision of Taxi Services - Cornwall
- Lot 2. Provision of Taxi Services – Devon
- Lot 3. Provision of Taxi Services – Somerset
- Lot 4. Provision of Taxi Services – Dorset
- Lot 5. Provision of Taxi Services – Wiltshire
- Lot 6. Provision of Taxi Services – Gloucestershire
- Lot 7. Provision of Taxi Services – Bristol
Scope
Description
Framework agreement for taxi services in South West England to transport clinically stable patients who do not require a front-line A&E ambulance.
Commercial tool
Establishes an open framework
Total value (estimated)
- £3,165,000 excluding VAT
- £3,798,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 12 January 2026 to 11 January 2034
- 8 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 60120000 - Taxi services
Contract locations
- UKK - South West (England)
Lot constraints
Description of how multiple lots may be awarded:
The framework will be divided into lots based on geographic regions.
Suppliers are welcome to apply for more than one lot.
The geographical lots are as follows;
Lot 1 - Cornwall
Lot 2 - Devon
Lot 3 - Somerset
Lot 4 - Dorset
Lot 5 - Wiltshire
Lot 6 - Gloucestershire
Lot 7 - Bristol
Taxi providers may be used across county borders if they are deemed the most suitable option.
Lot 1. Provision of Taxi Services - Cornwall
Description
This lot includes journeys that are within the boundaries of Cornwall, covering the main towns, cities, and neighbouring parishes. It also encompasses cross-border journeys where, for operational reasons, the collection or drop-off point may extend into other counties if this is considered the most suitable option.
Lot value (estimated)
- £275,000 excluding VAT
- £330,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Provision of Taxi Services - Devon
Description
This lot includes journeys that are within the boundaries of Devon, covering the main towns, cities, and neighbouring parishes. It also encompasses cross-border journeys where, for operational reasons, the collection or drop-off point may extend into other counties if this is considered the most suitable option.
Lot value (estimated)
- £650,000 excluding VAT
- £780,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Provision of Taxi Services - Somerset
Description
This lot includes journeys that are within the boundaries of Somerset, covering the main towns, cities, and neighbouring parishes. It also encompasses cross-border journeys where, for operational reasons, the collection or drop-off point may extend into other counties if this is considered the most suitable option.
Lot value (estimated)
- £640,000 excluding VAT
- £768,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Provision of Taxi Services - Dorset
Description
This lot includes journeys that are within the boundaries of Dorset, covering the main towns, cities, and neighbouring parishes. It also encompasses cross-border journeys where, for operational reasons, the collection or drop-off point may extend into other counties if this is considered the most suitable option.
Lot value (estimated)
- £340,000 excluding VAT
- £408,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 5. Provision of Taxi Services - Wiltshire
Description
This lot includes journeys that are within the boundaries of Wiltshire, covering the main towns, cities, and neighbouring parishes. It also encompasses cross-border journeys where, for operational reasons, the collection or drop-off point may extend into other counties if this is considered the most suitable option.
Lot value (estimated)
- £415,000 excluding VAT
- £498,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 6. Provision of Taxi Services - Gloucestershire
Description
This lot includes journeys that are within the boundaries of Gloucestershire covering the main towns, cities, and neighbouring parishes. It also encompasses cross-border journeys where, for operational reasons, the collection or drop-off point may extend into other counties if this is considered the most suitable option.
Lot value (estimated)
- £360,000 excluding VAT
- £432,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 7. Provision of Taxi Services - Bristol
Description
This lot includes journeys that are within the boundaries of Bristol, covering the city, neighbouring towns and parishes. It also encompasses journeys where, for operational reasons, the collection or drop-off point may extend into other counties if this is considered the most suitable option.
Lot value (estimated)
- £485,000 excluding VAT
- £582,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Open framework scheme end date (estimated)
11 January 2034
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Call-off as required
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Provision of Taxi Services - Cornwall
Lot 2. Provision of Taxi Services - Devon
Lot 3. Provision of Taxi Services - Somerset
Lot 4. Provision of Taxi Services - Dorset
Lot 5. Provision of Taxi Services - Wiltshire
Lot 6. Provision of Taxi Services - Gloucestershire
Lot 7. Provision of Taxi Services - Bristol
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
20 October 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
27 October 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
12 December 2025
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 1 December 2025
Award criteria
Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
---|---|---|---|
Technical | Technical Evaluation |
Quality | 70.00% |
Cost | Cost Evaluation |
Cost | 30.00% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQXD-1311-BRXL
Westcountry House, Abbey Court, Eagle Way, Sowton Industrial Estate
Exeter
EX2 7HY
United Kingdom
Email: andrea.nicholls@swast.nhs.uk
Website: https://www.swast.nhs.uk
Region: UKK43 - Devon CC
Organisation type: Public authority - central government