Tender

South Cambridgeshire District Council- Vehicle Testing Station Contract

SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

28 Feb 2022 at 15:53

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The South Cambridgeshire District Council is currently seeking tenders for the "Vehicle Testing Station Contract," which falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance services for motor vehicles. This procurement process is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 21st March 2022. The services required are to ensure that licensed hackney carriages and private hire vehicles, alongside stretched limousines and other specified vehicle types, meet safety and compliance standards. The contract period is set to commence on 4th April 2022 and will run for four years, concluding on 3rd April 2026. Delivery is anticipated in the East of England, specifically from the Council's offices located in Cambourne.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the automotive services sector, particularly those specialising in vehicle testing and maintenance. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the contract is designed to appoint multiple service providers, allowing for a range of businesses to showcase their capabilities. Companies equipped to test and inspect a variety of vehicle types, including unique categories like stretched limousines, will be well-suited to compete effectively for this contract with the South Cambridgeshire District Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

South Cambridgeshire District Council- Vehicle Testing Station Contract

Notice Description

SCDC is responsible for the licensing of hackney carriages and private hire vehicles within the district. Legislation restricts these vehicles to a maximum of eight passengers. There are currently approximately 880 vehicles licensed. Prior to a vehicle being licensed it must be tested irrespective of age to ensure it is mechanically sound and fit for purpose. The District Council is obliged from time to time to review the contract for the testing of its licensed hackney carriages and private hire vehicles and is seeking companies who are interested in undertaking the inspection and testing of these vehicles. In addition to the testing of standard vehicles, facilities must be available for the inspection and testing of stretched limousines, long wheel based and double axle vehicles to ensure that they comply with District Council requirements. In order to meet these objectives SCDC is letting a concessionary services contract to appoint a number of providers who can provide these Vehicle Testing Station services. The terms that will apply to these services are our standard terms attached. If you wish to apply for this contract please visit our electronic tendering portal at: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=0fa46e90-ac98-ec11-8112-005056b64545

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/51a04314-4cac-4ae8-a07a-39a7c5a748c8
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50110000 - Repair and maintenance services of motor vehicles and associated equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Feb 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Apr 2022 - 3 Apr 2026 4-5 years
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
SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Rachel Jackson
Contact Email
rachel.jackson@scambs.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01954 713397

Buyer Location

Locality
CAMBOURNE
Postcode
CB23 6EA
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
South Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward
Cambourne
Westminster Constituency
St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire

Further Information

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