Skoda has been awarded a place on the Government’s new Crown Commercial Service (CCS) framework.

CCS is the largest public sector procurement organisation in the UK and procures £13 billion of goods and services every year.

Skoda has secured a place on the new RM6060 vehicle purchase framework, which is available for use by public sector bodies and the UK emergency services.

Henry Williams, Skoda head of fleet, said: “There is a focus for frontline public services to drive efficiencies for both time and cost.

“We have worked effectively with government bodies over the past decade to ensure that we meet their requirements and provide a reliable service. I look forward to continuing this partnership over the next four years.”

The car manufacturer has been working with CCS and the National Association of Police Fleet Managers (NAPFM) for the past eight years.

It expects to deliver around 5,000 vehicles to government bodies under the new agreement.