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Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Training

DRIVING STANDARDS AGENCY

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14 Apr 2021 at 09:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driving Standards Agency (DVSA) has awarded a contract for "Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Training" aimed at enhancing the capabilities of its inspection staff in dealing with alternative fuel vehicles. This £276,000 contract falls under the education and training services sector and runs from 20 January 2021 to 19 January 2024. The tender process followed an open procurement method, and the contract was awarded on 18 January 2021 after the tender period closed on 10 September 2020. The training is intended to ensure safety and comprehension of Hybrid and Electric vehicle systems, accommodating approximately 1,100 staff located in the United Kingdom.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in vocational training and education, particularly those with experience in automotive technologies and safety inspections. Companies that deliver recognised qualifications or training for large groups would be well-suited to engage with DVSA. With the automotive industry increasingly shifting towards electric and hybrid vehicles, businesses that can provide expertise in these areas are likely to find competitive advantages in future procurement opportunities related to vehicle training and safety compliance.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Training

Notice Description

As more and more of the alternative fuel propulsion system is encountered, DVSA need to ensure that all inspection staff, be it roadside or at periodic technical inspection, can deal with both Hybrid and Electric vehicles safely. DVSA inspection staff therefore require training to provide awareness of the systems and the dangers involved inherent with the design of such vehicles. The type of inspections that DVSA staff are required to undertake are mainly visual inspections for Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGV) and Public Service Vehicles (PSV) which includes inspecting the safety aspects as per the safety manual. There may also be a requirement for some specialist and hands on interrogation too. DVSA has awarded a contract to procure services for a supplier to deliver a nationally recognised qualification, Level 2 to all inspection staff (approximately 1 100 staff) on the safe inspection of Hybrid and Electric vehicles.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc96a9b6-0260-4638-82d9-d2580634106d
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£276,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£276,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jan 20215 years ago
Contract Period
20 Jan 2021 - 19 Jan 2024 2-3 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
DRIVING STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 6LP
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Hyson Green & Arboretum
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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