Tender

GB-Middlesbrough: Digital Trade Testbed (DTT) VRU Dynamic Target & Propulsion System - Full Kit

TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY

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26 Mar 2026 at 15:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "GB-Middlesbrough: Digital Trade Testbed (DTT) VRU Dynamic Target & Propulsion System - Full Kit" is initiated by Teesside University. This tender is classified under "Parts and accessories for vehicles and their engines" and is being conducted in the North East region of the United Kingdom. The process is currently in the tender stage, with key dates including a tender period ending on 16th April 2026, and the contract period slated from 1st May 2026 to 19th June 2026. Utilising an open procedure, Teesside University seeks suppliers offering a complete purchase bundle enabling repeatable ADAS/CAV testing at Teesside International Airport. The minimum contract value is £100,000, with an anticipated total value of £500,000.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). Firms specialising in vehicle parts, research and development services, and testing apparatus may find this contract particularly advantageous. The procurement's open approach encourages wide participation, offering firms the chance to expand their clientele and enhance their offerings within the Northeastern vehicle accessory market. Due to its classification encompassing research, development, and parts testing services, businesses with expertise in these areas are encouraged to compete, fostering innovation and development articulated around advanced driver-assistance systems and connected autonomous vehicles.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Middlesbrough: Digital Trade Testbed (DTT) VRU Dynamic Target & Propulsion System - Full Kit

Notice Description

The successful business will offer a single purchase bundle, providing a VRU (Vulnerable Road User) Dynamic target and propulsion system enabling repeatable ADAS/CAV testing at the DTT, (Digital Trade Testbed) at TIA (Teesside International Airport). Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a073a5ef-122b-4a88-b7e1-40ff7b161e4e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5b1fda0-ddbc-4f8d-8c19-007e798253a2
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

34300000 - Parts and accessories for vehicles and their engines

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 19 Jun 2026 1-6 months
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
TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MIDDLESBROUGH
Postcode
TS1 3BA
Post Town
Cleveland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC3 Tees Valley
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC32 South Teesside
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)
Local Authority
Middlesbrough
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Middlesbrough and Thornaby East

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