Purpose

Ipswich Borough Council requires a replacement
Refuse Collection Vehicle for AY66 CYA which was deemed as beyond
economical repair. This vehicle was on the list for replacement in
2025/26.
 
The CCS Framework, RM6244 – Specialist
Vehicles, has been used to identify suitable purchase route. This
framework allows a direct award to our preferred supplier in our
preferred specification, post system
comparisons.
 
The decision made is to procure an
ex-demonstration, 2021, Refuse Collection Vehicle of the required
specification post extensive testing within the refuse department
from Renault RED at a total cost of
£95,000.00 + VAT. This vehicle features
and represents:
- Fully Electric RCV – Ipswich First
Owned Zero emissions RCV.
- 74.64% Saving on brand new.
- Is accompanied by an 8-year battery warranty
covering the planned life of the vehicle.
- Full 12-month Body and ancillary parts
warranty.
- DC Charge compatible for fast charging.
 
This vehicle represents an immense opportunity
for Ipswich Borough Council in terms of improving its Carbon
Neutral Pledge progress. As the largest and most polluting
vehicles, HGV’s are hardest to
replace for cleaner versions due to cost, however as an
ex-demonstrator, accompanied by a battery warranty
which covers the anticipated and planned life
of any RCV purchased new, at 50% the cost of a new diesel.
 
Consultation has taken place and agreement
received from the Council’s Director of Operations and
Place,
the Council’s Section 151 Officer and
the Portfolio Holders for Resources and Environment &
Transport.

Decision

To procure an ex-demonstration, 2021, Refuse
Collection Vehicle of the required specification post extensive
testing within the refuse department from Renault RED at a total
cost of £95,000.00 + VAT.
 
Reason:
To replace a vehicle that was beyond
repair.