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T0047 TLOT0029 Reference wheelchair research - understanding the use of mobility-aids in relation to the reference wheelchair specification and public transport

HIGHWAYS ENGLAND

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19 Mar 2021 at 13:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Highways England as the buying organisation, seeking research on the use of mobility aids in relation to a reference wheelchair specification and public transport. The tender, titled "T0047 TLOT0029 Reference wheelchair research," falls under the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" category and is based in London, UK. This process is currently in the Award stage, with the contract period commencing on 19 March 2021 and concluding on 31 August 2021. The total value of the awarded contract is £71,766, and the procurement method utilised was selective, with the contract awarded to Atkins Jacobs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs), to engage in vital research that could influence future accessibility standards for transport. Companies with expertise in research and development, particularly those focusing on mobility aids and public transport accessibility, would be well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. Engaging in this procurement could enhance their visibility and expertise in the evolving landscape of accessibility solutions.

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Notice Title

T0047 TLOT0029 Reference wheelchair research - understanding the use of mobility-aids in relation to the reference wheelchair specification and public transport

Notice Description

S105.1 The Department for Transport (the Department) seeks to understand: in relation to the reference wheelchair specification, the characteristics, prevalence, and use of wheeled mobility aids; and whether there will be a need for associated changes in the future to accessibility standards for the design of rail, bus, taxi/PHV vehicles and transport infrastructure.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c1dc4536-fa4c-48ff-84c6-f72c34ca44be
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9615b550-e81d-4dfa-8938-903543c16973
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£71,766 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£71,766 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
19 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 2021 1-6 months
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
HIGHWAYS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 1RN
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ATKINS JACOBS

Further Information

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