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Establishment of a National Framework for Self-Drive Vehicle Hire by ESPO

Awarded 10 Apr 2016

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Ended 7y 8mo ago2y 11mo term
Awarded 10 Apr 2016Expired 28 Feb 2019

ESPO awarded a contract to ALD Automotive Ltd, Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental, CMS Hire Ltd, CP Davidson & Sons Ltd, Dawson Rentals Bus & Coach Ltd, Dawson Rentals Sweepers, Days Rental Ltd, Econ Engineering Ltd, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and others for the establishment of a framework agreement for the self-drive hire of a wide range of vehicles on a short to medium term basis, including associated services.

The scope covers cars, LCVs, LGVs, passenger transport vehicles, and specialist vehicles such as refuse collection vehicles and sweepers across the UK.

The framework is open for use by local authorities, educational establishments, central government departments, emergency services, NHS bodies, charities, and registered social landlords.

The contract value is AUD 10,000,000, and the framework includes an option to extend for up to a further 12 months.

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