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Provision of testing of Li-Ion batteries

BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY

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27 Sep 2018 at 10:00

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process managed by the Business Energy and Industrial Strategy involves a tender titled "Provision of testing of Li-Ion batteries," classified under Technical inspection and testing services. This procurement, which is at the Award stage, has a total value of £136,000 and was executed through a direct procurement method as a Single Tender Action due to the absence of competition for technical reasons. The contract period is set from 7th September 2018 to 3rd December 2018, with the tender process concluding on 6th September 2018. The services are required for delivery to various addresses across the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in testing and certification services, particularly in the realm of battery technologies. Companies with the necessary technical capabilities and relevant accreditations, especially those with a focus on electrical or chemical engineering and safety testing, would be well-suited to pursue this contract. The nature of this work could lead to further engagements within the industry, particularly for firms looking to expand their portfolio in innovative technology assessments and safety testing methodologies.

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Notice Title

Provision of testing of Li-Ion batteries

Notice Description

To investigate the risk of a fire or explosion occurring in a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery due to over-charging/mis charging. The work is a study, to include testing under laboratory conditions, of rechargeable Li-Ion batteries and where they might be subject to higher risk use, which may in turn lead to a safety failure. Additional information: This was a Single Tender Action on the grounds that competition was absent for technical reasons, only supplier in Europe possessing the relevant accreditation to undertake this type of testing.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-55bde8ff-3cfc-49fa-849b-ceb6f7460c23
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c0516336-bfc2-446f-8180-31d7e3c184f2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£136,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£136,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Sep 20187 years ago
Contract Period
6 Sep 2018 - 3 Dec 2018 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
BUSINESS ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY
Contact Name
Liam Barker
Contact Email
liam.barker@beis.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 0ET
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
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INTERTEK TESTING & CERTIFICATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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