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WP146 Motorcycle Helmet testing

DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY

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16 May 2023 at 09:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has awarded a contract for Motorcycle Helmet testing to TRL. The contract falls under the Technical Services category and has a value of £99,320. The procurement method used was selective, with a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 10th May 2023, and the contract is valid from 16th May 2023 to 30th June 2024.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in technical services, particularly in the motorcycle safety industry, to engage with DVSA. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are suitable for this contract. Businesses interested in providing Motorcycle Helmet testing services should consider engaging with DVSA for potential future opportunities in this sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WP146 Motorcycle Helmet testing

Notice Description

This contract has been awarded to a supplier to provide Motorcycle Helmet testing. Motorcycle helmets sold to the public are required to display Type Approval labels and markings which help motorcycle riders make informed choices about the helmets they choose, and understand they comply with safety regulations relevant to the UK. DVSA would like to carry out testing to understand that helmets that carry the Type Approval markings comply with the relevant safety regulations.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4b1d685-5aef-4e17-b7a8-97f62698c10f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71356000 - Technical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£99,320 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£99,320 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 May 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 May 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20232 years ago
Contract Period
15 May 2023 - 30 Jun 2024 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TRL

Further Information

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