Tender

Operational Tools 2025

DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY

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Tender

27 Feb 2025 at 17:38

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) is currently in the tendering stage for a contract titled "Operational Tools 2025" under the industry category of hand tools (CPV code 44511000). This open procedure is valued at £450,000 and encompasses the supply of a diverse range of operational tools, including hammers, tape measures, spill kits, plumb lines, and signage. An online ordering system service is also required. The tender is open to all regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. Interested suppliers must submit their bids by 31st March 2025, and the contract period will run from 1st May 2025 to 31st March 2027. The procurement process is accelerated due to a Prior Information Notice (PIN) being issued.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) interested in the supply of operational tools and related services. The contract not only involves the supply of products but also the integration of an online ordering system, making it ideal for businesses with strong logistics capabilities and e-commerce solutions. The open procurement method allows any capable supplier to compete, providing equal access to this substantial government contract. Participating in this tender can help businesses expand their market reach and increase their revenues by establishing a partnership with a key government agency.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Operational Tools 2025

Notice Description

DVSA is holding a tendering competition to award a contract to a supplier that can supply a wide range of operational tools. The types of products includes, but is not limited to, hammers, tape measures, spill kits, plumb lines, signage. Services include, an online ordering system. To read the ITT documentation, and submit a response or bid, you will need to be registered as a supplier on Jaggaer. To submit your bid, search for the opportunity 'Operational Tools 2025' https://dft.app.jaggaer.com Note that you will require a DUNS number (Dun and Bradstreet) to register. If you do not know your number, search for it via the following link: https://www.dnb.co.uk/duns-number/lookup.html If a DUNS number is not found, follow the guidance on how to acquire one. If you have any technical issues registering, contact Jaggaer's helpdesk: 0800 069 8630 help_uk@jaggaer.com

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2fa6f54b-3ef0-4f27-bffe-83e188e5f849
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3815974-3c3c-4f4a-92e5-aacce0603464
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44511000 - Hand tools

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercialenquiries@dvsa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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