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WP186.1 ADAS Programme

DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY

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01 Aug 2025 at 08:33

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "WP186.1 ADAS Programme" was conducted by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), based in Bristol, England. This tender focuses on specialist laboratory testing to assess the compliance of AEBS systems of M1 and N3 vehicles and encompasses mechanical and electrical engineering services. The contract was awarded to Horiba Mira Ltd, a large supplier, with the procurement process method being a selective call-off from a framework agreement. While the tendering period concluded on 11th July 2025, the contract will be active from 29th July 2025 until 30th June 2026, with operations expected across various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for companies in the mechanical and electrical engineering industry, particularly those specializing in automotive compliance and testing. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable for participation in similar future opportunities, given the inclusive selection criteria previously employed. Engaging in such contracts can spur growth by providing access to broader markets and fostering partnerships with established bodies such as the DVSA. Businesses well-versed in delivering comprehensive compliance testing solutions would be competently positioned to compete effectively in this field.

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Notice Title

WP186.1 ADAS Programme

Notice Description

Notice of specialist laboratory testing to assess the compliance of AEBS systems of M1 and N3 vehicles placed on the UK market

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-24bc357d-c488-4312-862a-3dd53d76515e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d690373e-dbfa-4668-a35b-344823f1c95b
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
£186,290 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£186,290 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jul 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
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

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