Published date: 18 December 2024

Closed early engagement


Closing date: 7 January 2025

Contract summary

Industry

  • Specialist vehicles - 34114000

  • Motor vehicle conversion services - 50117100

Location of contract

West Midlands

Procurement reference

TEW01

Published date

18 December 2024

Closing date

7 January 2025

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes

Description

West Midlands Fire Service is engaging with the market with regards to a requirement to convert 20 x Toyota HiLux chassis.

The Toyota HiLux is required to have a gross vehicle weight (GVW) upgrade to between 4000kg and 4700kg, in a 4 x 4 configuration.
All chassis, steering, axle, suspension and braking components need to be fully compliant with the increased GVW. The completed vehicle must undergo all relevant Vehicle Certification Agency tests. The design characteristics should allow for good road holding / cornering, good braking and at the same time give a comfortable ride for all occupants. It should also be capable of off-road driving.

The purpose of the market engagement process is to enable the Authority to establish the following:

• Is there is a sufficient supplier base to ensure robust competition
• What is the appetite in the market for the provision of the contract deliverables
• How attractive to suppliers is the proposed package being procured
• What is the estimated price range

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About the buyer

Contact name

Jacky Perkins

Address

99 VAUXHALL ROAD
BIRMINGHAM
B7 4HW
England

Email

procurement@wmfs.net