Supply of One M1 Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle
Value
€45k
Deadline
06 Apr
06 Apr 2026
Value
€45k
Deadline
06 Apr
The contractor will supply one second-hand wheelchair accessible vehicle that meets specific criteria, including compliance with driving license requirements and a minimum warranty. Timelines for delivery and adaptation must be clearly outlined.
Must-haves
Fail any = disqualifiedSubmitted on time
The signed and returned submission of Section C (Special Conditions of Tenders)
Completed Table A
Completeness of the tenders submitted in English, in the format as specified in Section D (Format of Quotation)
A minimum warranty of at least 3 months is included for all secondhand vehicles
Can you bid?
Required certifications
- NSAI adaptors License
Background
The scope of work involves supplying one second-hand M1 wheelchair accessible vehicle, such as a Ford Custom or similar. The vehicle must be suitable for a driver with a B class driving license and must be taxed for a minimum of three months upon transfer. The contractor must provide evidence of the vehicle's registration and VIN number to confirm its availability. Additionally, the contractor is required to specify lead times for the purchase, conversion, and adaptation of the vehicle.
What this involves
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Scoring
Quality of Approach & Methodology for Delivery
Quality of Vehicle
Lowest Total Vehicle Purchase Price
Lots (1)
Provision of a wheelchair-accessible vehicle that meets specified requirements, including European safety standards, a minimum 3-month warranty, and adaptations for wheelchair accessibility.
Documents (1)
RfT for the Supply of One M1 Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle.docx
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Original notice text
Kare are a voluntary organisation providing a comprehensive range of services for individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families in Counties Kildare, East Offaly, West Wicklow, and North Carlow. Kare invites you to provide a tender for the provision of the following. 1 x second hand Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (e.g. Ford Custom or similar type) See vehicle specification Table A
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Value
€45k
Deadline
06 Apr
Buyer
KARELocation
Kare Central Services
Procedure
Open
Clarification
30 Mar 2026
eTenders ID
7608780
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