Scope
Description
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is working towards a sustainability and decarbonisation agenda by establishing a reliable and future-proof electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across its estate. This initiative directly supports the Trust's commitment to environmental stewardship and aligns with broader NHS and national climate goals.
Specifically, the Trust seeks to:
- Facilitate the transition to low-emission transport for staff, patients, and fleet operations by providing accessible and dependable EV charging solutions
- Enhance site-wide accessibility to Electric Vehicle charging infrastructure, ensuring equitable coverage across multiple locations
- Ensure long-term operational efficiency and maintainability of installed systems through high-quality design, installation, and ongoing support
- Align with NHS Net Zero targets and contribute to local environmental objectives, reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable travel choices
The aim of this tender is to deliver the design and installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Point (EVCP) infrastructure across 10 Trust sites in the Southwest region. The contract will be awarded is expected to commence on 4th December 2025.
Total value (estimated)
- £330,859.56 excluding VAT
- £397,031.47 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 4 December 2025 to 31 March 2026
- Possible extension to 31 March 2028
- 2 years, 3 months, 28 days
Description of possible extension:
Option to extend up to a further 2 year in increments of no less than 12 months.
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
Contract locations
- UKK - South West (England)
Participation
Conditions of participation
n/a
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
5 November 2025, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
14 November 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
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Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| QUALITY AND SOCIAL VALUE | Quality - 50% Social Value- 10% |
Quality | 60.00% |
| COMMERCIAL | Commercial - 40% |
Cost | 40.00% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
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: procurement@swast.nhs.uk
Website: https://www.swast.nhs.uk
Region: UKK43 - Devon CC
Organisation type: Public authority - central government