Vehicle Modification Services Level 1, 2 and 3

Details

ACC is seeking applications from suppliers who have the capability to provide ACC funded Vehicle Modification Services.

Vehicle modifications enable Clients who have been identified by ACC as requiring vehicle modifications to:
• Get in and out of vehicle safely and have freedom and safety of movement while in it; and
• Safely drive or operate a vehicle; and/or
• Travel safely as a passenger; and/or
• Transport essential mobility equipment; and
• Live as independently and safely as possible.

This service incorporates the following key principles that will define and guide Vehicle Modification Services provision:
• Conformity of vehicles with Land Transport Compliance Rules and Low Volume Vehicle Standards;
• Safety;
• Sustainability;
• Value for money; and
• Client comfort.

Please check out this video that explains common disability modifications but also illustrates the complexities involved to customise a vehicle for a specific client, especially for Level 3 modifications: https://firstport.co.nz/transport/vehicle-modifications

This is an open application process i.e., applications will be processed as and when it is received, and the listing will remain open on GETS until ACC deems there is sufficient capacity to meet the client volumes or prior to a new contract being tendered. The end date of the current service is 30 June 2025.

Please download and read the RFA document for details of the service and the application process. We recommend that all interested suppliers attend a briefing session with the business to get a better understanding of the service prior to completing an application form. To do so, please email acchealthtenders@acc.co.nz to arrange a suitable time.