The initiative is the result of a cross-government collaboration between CCS (now GCA) and the Department for Transport (DfT), as well as the Support Body for the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund comprising Cenex, the Energy Saving Trust and PA Consulting. Supporting the government’s ongoing commitment towards decarbonisation and the transition to electric vehicles […]
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Electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure procurement support service
This service helps public bodies deploy electric vehicle charging infrastructure efficiently and was developed with the Department for Transport and Local electric vehicle infrastructure fund. For guidance only.
Our new simplified and sustainable vehicle telematics agreement goes live
Vehicle telematics hardware and software solutions are used to collect data about the vehicle it is fitted to and how it is driven. The data produced ranges from location tracking and fuel consumption to speed and movement and how a vehicle is being driven (driver behaviour). The full range of telematics products and services available […]
Episode 2 – Kim Harrison, Associate Commercial Specialist at Crown Commercial Service
Our experts discuss the topical themes and debates in public procurement right now. They also share their own experiences as leaders of the government commercial profession. Kim Harrison Kim Harrison is Associate Commercial Specialist at Crown Commercial Service (CCS), with responsibility specifically for fleet across the Corporate Solution’s category. Kim and her team help to […]
Keeping your fleet safe on the road this winter
As we move into winter, Fleet Managers need to ensure that their fleet is safe and ready for the upcoming cold and difficult weather. According to the Met Office, the UK gets 23.7 days of snowfall per year. Without proper planning and winter provisions in place, this could result in a large number of vehicles […]
Decarbonising the logistics sector: fueling a greener public sector
The role of logistics in the supply chain The rise of international trade has increased the negative effects of climate change, making supply chain logistics a large contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. Now more than ever, it is clear that emissions in the logistics sector need to be assessed and reduced. The Public Procurement Notice […]
Supply constraints in the fleet industry
Market conditions Automotive industry The automotive industry is continuing to experience challenging conditions which are affecting the availability and supply of vehicles. In a recent poll Fleet News suggests 94.4% of responders have experienced delays in ordering new cars and vans. The initial causes were shortage of semiconductors and other materials used in vehicle production […]
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency finds solution to complex fleet requirements
The requirement The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is an executive agency sponsored by the Department for Transport. It is responsible for carrying out driving tests and approving driving instructors and MOT testers. It also makes sure vehicles are safe to drive, often carrying out roadside checks. The DVSA needs a supplier that can […]
CCS fleet in the news
Take a look at the articles Q&A: Crown Commercial Service’s Tammy Carter on new services for public sector fleets, Jan 2021, Fleet World Green salary sacrifice schemes, April 2021, Green Fleet Back on the road Building your green fleet plan, May 2021, Public Sector Executive What you need to know about vehicle charging infrastructure, May […]
Tyres, Glass and Fast Fit Solutions – flexible fleet maintenance
Is your organisation’s fleet in peak condition – fully maintained and using quality products and services? Fleet managers need to operate a safe and efficient fleet, maintained in optimum condition, to keep vehicles on the road and delivering those vital public services. To do this, there are policy and legislative targets to consider, supply chain […]