The Department of Vendée and SDIS 85 have issued a tender titled “Fourniture de véhicules à énergies électrique, hydrogène ou GNV, de différentes tailles, pour les besoins du Département de la Vendée et du SDIS 85 sur la période 2024-2030.”
This tender, published on June 14, 2024, seeks suppliers for various sizes of electric, hydrogen, and natural gas vehicles. The submission deadline is set for July 19, 2030. This initiative marks a significant step forward in adopting cleaner energy solutions within the region’s public services.
The tender aims to procure diverse vehicles that operate on electric, hydrogen, or natural gas energy to cater to the operational needs of the Department of Vendée and SDIS 85, the local fire and rescue service. The primary goal is to enhance the region’s fleet with environmentally friendly vehicles, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable transportation solutions.
Key objectives of the tender include:
1. Environmental Impact: Transitioning to greener vehicles is crucial for reducing carbon footprints and supporting global climate change mitigation efforts.
2. Operational Efficiency: Hydrogen and electric vehicles are known for their efficiency and lower maintenance costs than traditional internal combustion engines.
3. **Fleet Modernization**: The departments aim to modernize their fleet by introducing advanced energy solutions, ensuring reliability and sustainability.
Technical Requirements:
– Vehicle Types: The tender specifies the need for various sizes, from compact cars to larger utility vehicles, all powered by electric, hydrogen, or natural gas.
Energy Criteria: Vehicles must meet stringent emissions and energy efficiency standards, ensuring they contribute genuinely to decarbonization efforts.
– Durability and Performance: The selected vehicles must demonstrate robust performance metrics and reliability to fulfill the rigorous demands of public service operations.
This tender represents a pivotal shift towards sustainable energy in the public vehicle sector and sets a precedent for other regions to follow suit in deploying cleaner, energy-efficient technologies. By embracing such innovations, Vendée and SDIS 85 could significantly lessen their environmental impact and lead the way in the regional adoption of hydrogen-powered mobility.
