Tender

Huntingdonshire District Council - Inspection of Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Vehicles

HUNTINGDONSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Feb 2019 at 15:14

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Huntingdonshire District Council is currently engaged in a tendering process for the inspection of hackney carriage and private hire vehicles, valued at £120,000. The procurement falls under the category of technical automobile inspection services and is being conducted through an open procedure. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their tenders by the deadline of 6 March 2019. The successful contractor will provide vehicle examinations to ensure compliance with licensing standards and will need to be located within the District of Huntingdonshire, specifically as a VOSA approved MOT testing station.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for local garages and workshops, particularly those specialising in vehicle inspections and maintenance, to secure a contract with the council. Businesses that are VOSA approved and have the capability to deliver high-quality inspection services would be well suited to compete for this contract. By participating, companies not only gain access to stable revenue from public sector work but also enhance their visibility and reputation within the local community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Huntingdonshire District Council - Inspection of Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Vehicles

Notice Description

Huntingdonshire District Council is responsible for the licensing of hackney carriages (taxis) and private hire vehicles based within the District. Prior to being licensed, vehicles are required to undergo an examination to ensure that they are mechanically sound and of an acceptable standard both in appearance and cleanliness. The mechanical test is to a standard above MOT standards irrespective of the age of the vehicle. The Council is inviting companies with vehicle examination centres located within the District of Huntingdonshire that are VOSA approved MOT testing stations to tender for the contract to carry out these examinations. Garages/Workshops from within the district are invited to tender

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5f54e8c0-fa26-4eb6-b694-5cc3b3e153d8
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71631200 - Technical automobile inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2019 - 31 May 2022 3-4 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
HUNTINGDONSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Myles Bebbington
Contact Email
myles.bebbington@huntingdonshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1480388388

Buyer Location

Locality
HUNTINGDON
Postcode
PE29 3TN
Post Town
Peterborough
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
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
Huntingdon North
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

Further Information

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