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Vehicle and Components Testing Framework

DVSA - Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has established a framework for Vehicle and Components Testing which involves a 12-month contract extension with a total value of £7,946,712.96. This contract addresses the need for testing services, ensuring vehicles comply with emissions and safety regulations across the United Kingdom, including regions such as North East, London, and Wales. The procurement process is in the Award stage, with the contract period spanning from 9th September 2022 to 8th September 2026. Utilizing an open procedure above the threshold, the framework falls under the 'Technical services' category.

This framework offers significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses focused on automotive testing and compliance assurance. The contract aligns with services such as emissions investigation and vehicle component analysis, making it an ideal opportunity for technical service providers with expertise in environmental compliance and automotive standards. As the project is receptive to SMEs, it opens doors for smaller enterprises to engage and establish themselves as key stakeholders in this expansive sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Vehicle and Components Testing Framework

Notice Description

This is a 12 month extension to the framework. This framework has been set up by DVSA to meet supply testing services. DVSA requires vehicle testing and emissions investigations, to check that in-service vehicles comply with the relevant guidelines, regulations and emissions standards for their respective categories. For emissions, attention will be paid to the range of pollutants and any disparities observed under the different test conditions. In addition to vehicles, many vehicle components will require testing as well, for example catalytic converters, tyres, glass, and lamps. These are often tested on special rigs, in specialist laboratories. The technical specification lists the main automotive type approval requirements that are likely to require testing, inspection and analysis. In addition to the type approval testing and analysis requirements, DVSA may require services to provide testing or analysis on vehicle safety standards.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-03f1d853-0c23-40d6-ae57-8cdb13a82cd1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9ce8299-f5cc-4bbb-9790-988a3e4bd45b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71356000 - Technical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,946,712 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£7,946,712 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Sep 20223 years ago
Contract Period
9 Sep 2022 - 8 Sep 2026 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DVSA - Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS5 0DA
Postcode Area
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Lawrence Hill
Westminster Constituency
Bristol East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

Horiba MIRA Ltd

Mahle Powertrain Limited

UTAC UK LTD

TRL

Vehicle Certification Agency

Further Information

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