Tender

Research on feasibility by eddy current inspection of aluminium tanker welds

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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20 Dec 2018 at 12:18

Tender Notice
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21 Nov 2018 at 12:42

Tender Notice
Tender

21 Nov 2018 at 12:37

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Transport, specifically the Dangerous Goods Division, is issuing a tender for research on the feasibility of using eddy current inspection techniques for aluminium welds in petroleum road fuel tankers. The procurement process is currently in the active stage, with the tender period closing on 5 December 2018. The anticipated contract will begin on 4 January 2019 and run until 4 December 2020. This opportunity falls under the services category, specifically targeting technical inspection and testing services, and will be conducted through an open procurement method.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research and technical services, particularly those with expertise in non-destructive testing methods. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) aiming to compete should consider submitting their proposals, as this research will contribute to the development of UK guidance and technical codes that could shape future industry standards. Interested parties can contact Darren Spencer at the Department for Transport for details on submitting a tender through the AWARD e-tendering portal.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Research on feasibility by eddy current inspection of aluminium tanker welds

Notice Description

The Department for Transport Dangerous Goods Division (DGD) intends to let a contract for research into the development of a sub-surface technique for the inspection of aluminium welds of petroleum road fuel tankers. It is anticipated that the outputs from this research will underpin UK guidance, technical codes and/or proposals for test procedures to be included in the relevant standards and/or regulations. If your interested and want to make a tender submission, please contact Darren Spencer (darren.spencer@dft.gov.uk) for your access to the AWARD e-tendering portal. Emailed submissions will not be accepted.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5575780c-f7f0-4e27-bb6a-aedefacd3d18
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/701dbf0d-a8b4-4b1e-b093-5e1114b100f7
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Feb 2019 - 7 Dec 2020 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
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT
Contact Name
Darren Spencer
Contact Email
darren.spencer@dft.gov.uk
Contact Phone
07773074236

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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