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Support services for EN 18324 enquiry process

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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11 May 2026 at 08:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport (DfTc) has awarded a contract for the provision of technical support services related to the EN 18324 enquiry process, which involves the draft European standards for charge point accessibility. The contract, valued at £40,000, was awarded to Systra Limited. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 16th March 2026 and is set to conclude on 30th June 2026. The services are classified under 'Research and development services and related consultancy services' and are primarily located in the United Kingdom, Europe, and various British Overseas Territories.

This tender offers growth opportunities particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in consultancy and technical support services, focusing on infrastructure and standards development. The procurement seeks to ensure that UK standards align with European directives, which is pivotal for businesses involved in international standards and compliance. SMEs with expertise in these areas could leverage this contract to enhance their reputation and business reach in both domestic and international markets.

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Notice Title

Support services for EN 18324 enquiry process

Notice Description

OZEV/ DfT require technical support services to support the enquiry process for EN 18324, the draft European standards for charge point accessibility. The Department needs to ensure that the UK response for this enquiry is robust, which gives us the best chance of aligning the EN standards with the directions that the UK needs.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cc64219-4e6a-471f-9a63-dbb192acfe42
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 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
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SYSTRA

Further Information

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