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ADAS AEB Programme 2026-27

DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY

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17 Jul 2026 at 13:14

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "ADAS AEB Programme 2026-27" has reached the award stage. This contract was initiated by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), located in Bristol, England, with the aim of commissioning specialist laboratory testing services for AEBS systems on M1, N1, and N3 vehicles in the UK. The process, categorised under mechanical and electrical engineering services, was conducted using a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender's total value is £246,457, and it has been awarded to Horiba Mira, a large-scale supplier based in Nuneaton. The contract is set to commence on 16th July 2026 and conclude on 30th June 2027, covering multiple locations including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in mechanical and electrical engineering, particularly those focusing on vehicle safety and compliance. SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) may find this tender particularly appealing due to its suitability provisions. The opportunity to provide specialised testing services could drive growth for businesses capable of delivering high-quality engineering solutions in compliance with UK market standards. This demand for expertise in automotive safety systems presents an invaluable entry point or expansion into the public sector for capable engineering firms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ADAS AEB Programme 2026-27

Notice Description

DVSA need to commission specialist laboratory testing to assess the compliance of AEBS systems of M1, N1 and N3 vehicles placed on the UK market

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-10a6973b-caf8-4b5a-b3af-bf466cbbae0f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/551f05b8-0389-49b4-b6af-c589e7f52789
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£246,457 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£246,457 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
15 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 6-12 months
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS5 0DA
Post Town
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Lawrence Hill
Westminster Constituency
Bristol East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HORIBA MIRA

Further Information

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