Tender

P0326 - Provision of MOT Testing Services for Taxis (Hackney Carriage and Private Hire

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham City Council is currently seeking bids for the provision of MOT testing services for Hackney Carriage and Private Hire vehicles within its jurisdiction. This procurement falls under the services category and is located in Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom. The contract is set for a duration of three years with an option to extend by one further year. Bidders must submit their expressions of interest by 24th April 2017, with the final deadline for tender submissions set for 2nd May 2017 at 17:00 GMT. The testing will ensure that vehicles meet high standards of safety and roadworthiness as mandated by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle testing and maintenance services. Companies capable of delivering high-quality MOT testing and supplementary checks would be well-positioned to compete. Such businesses should be prepared to demonstrate their compliance with rigorous testing standards, ensuring they align with the expectations set forth by Birmingham City Council for maintaining public safety in licensed vehicles. Given the requirement for multiple testing stations, this contract could facilitate considerable growth for companies operating in or serving the Birmingham area.

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Notice Title

P0326 - Provision of MOT Testing Services for Taxis (Hackney Carriage and Private Hire

Notice Description

Birmingham City Council has a duty to inspect and test any Hackney Carriage Vehicle or Private Hire Vehicle within the boundary area of the Council prior to licensing the vehicles to be used as taxis. It is a requirement that Licensed Hackney Carriage and Private Hire vehicles meet the Council Standards on safety, are fit for purpose and are roadworthy in order to meet high quality standards. The Council wishes to appoint a number of Vehicle Testing Stations within the Birmingham boundaries to undertake MOT testing and re-tests as specified by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and appropriate legislation. In addition, the successful Vehicle Testing Stations will be required to undertake a supplementary test which ensures licensed vehicles meet the Council's standards. The successful Vehicle Testing Stations will be undertaking tests on behalf of the Council; therefore the Council expects high standards of service and rigorous compliance to the testing standards. The Contract duration will be for 3 years with an option to extend for a further 12 months. The Council will appoint a number of Providers of Vehicle Testing Stations to this agreement that adequately provide sufficient coverage in the Birmingham area and to provide sufficient capacity for the number of tests required. BCC will be using its e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc Registration and use of in-tend is free. All correspondence for this procurement process must be via the in-tend correspondence function. If you are unable to register with in-tend please either email us at cps@birmingham.gov.uk or call 0121 464 8000. If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access Birmingham City Councils tender Portal:-. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register as a bidder. We will send you a log on and password so you can download the tender documentation. Deadline for expressions of interest is 24th April 2017. Requests to participate must be by way of completion and return of the tender documentation no later than 17:00 (GMT) on 2nd May 2017 using the Supplier Portal. Additional information: If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access Birmingham City Council's tender Portal. Delivery Notes Birmingham Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2eb8a464-5c03-4e80-a256-1ae7e5afae8a
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

34100000 - Motor vehicles

50110000 - Repair and maintenance services of motor vehicles and associated equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Apr 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Apr 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2017 - 30 Jun 2020 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B4 7WB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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