IWA Wheelchair Accessible Passenger Vehicle and Conversion 2026

IWA Wheelchair Accessible Passenger Vehicle and Conversion 2026

Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA)

## Summary The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) is seeking quotations for the purchasing of 3.5- and 5-ton vehicles that can be suitably adapted for the transportation of people with disabilities, including those using manual and powered wheelchairs. The contract will be awarded through an open procedure.

## Scope & Deliverables * Lot 1: 3.5 Ton Vehicle suitable for conversion to wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (Approx 25-35 Over Lifecyle of contract) * Lot 2: 5 Ton Vehicle suitable for conversion to wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (Approx 5-7 Over Lifecyle of contract) * Lot 3: Conversion of 3.5-ton vehicle to wheelchair accessible vehicle (Approx 25-35 Over Lifecyle of contract) * Lot 4: Conversion of 5-ton Vehicle to wheelchair accessible vehicle (Approx 5-7 Over Lifecyle of contract)

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Not stated * Qualifications: Suppliers must have the necessary experience and expertise in providing adapted vehicles for people with disabilities. * Certifications: Not stated * Experience: Suppliers must have a proven track record of delivering high-quality, wheelchair-accessible vehicles.

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €2,400,000 (excluding VAT) * Submission deadline: 23/09/2026 15:00 +01:00 * Contract duration: 84 months * Framework agreement: Yes

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission required through the eTenders portal * Languages: English only * Key documents to prepare: + Tender document (available on the eTenders portal) + Technical specification for each lot + Commercial proposal

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit suppliers with experience in providing adapted vehicles for people with disabilities, particularly those with a strong presence in Ireland. * Opportunities: The contract has a maximum value of €2.4 million and a duration of 84 months, providing a significant revenue stream for the successful supplier. * Risks: + High competition due to the open procedure + Complex technical requirements for adapting vehicles to meet wheelchair-accessible standards

Open procedure. Any interested supplier may submit a tender. There is no shortlisting stage — all compliant bids received by the deadline are evaluated against the published award criteria. It is the most common route for Irish public contracts and is open to SMEs and new entrants.

Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) has 7 tender(s) tracked on TenderScout, of which 2 are currently open. On the EU TED record this buyer has awarded 12 contract(s) worth around €7,347,417.

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