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1702-02 - Evaluation of the effectiveness of the Birmingham TX1 and TX2 Hackney Cab LPG retrofits as a pollution abatement solution

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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14 Feb 2017 at 22:48

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Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham City Council is currently seeking a suitable provider to conduct the evaluation and emission testing of the Birmingham TX1 and TX2 Hackney Cab LPG retrofit project, aimed at reducing pollution. This tender, titled "1702-02 - Evaluation of the effectiveness of the Birmingham TX1 and TX2 Hackney Cab LPG retrofits as a pollution abatement solution," is classified under miscellaneous evaluation and testing instruments. The procurement process is at the Tender stage, with a deadline for submitting expressions of interest by noon (GMT) on 6th March 2017. The contract is anticipated to start as soon as possible after 13th March 2017 and will run until 30th June 2017, with services required to be delivered in Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom.

This opportunity represents a significant avenue for firms specialising in environmental consultancy, emissions testing, and pollution investigation services. Companies with ISO17025 accreditation and experience in conducting validated emissions tests using the PCO-CENEX London Taxi drive cycle will be particularly well-placed to bid for this contract. Engaging in this tender can not only enhance a business's portfolio in public sector projects but also contribute to sustainable urban transport solutions, showcasing a commitment to environmental responsibility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

1702-02 - Evaluation of the effectiveness of the Birmingham TX1 and TX2 Hackney Cab LPG retrofits as a pollution abatement solution

Notice Description

Birmingham City Council requires a Provider for the evaluation and emission testing of the effectiveness of the Birmingham TX1 and TX2 Hackney Cab LPG retrofit project as a pollution abatement solution. This contract will be for a period up to 4 months commencing on or as soon as possible after 8th March 2017 until 30th June 2017. The successful Provider is to ensure an ISO17025 accredited emissions test centre using the PCO-CENEX London Taxi drive cycle. The contracted supplier will also provide the test results by way of validated PDF summary report, as part of the wider LPG retrofit evaluation report, for each vehicle in which the results will be reported to Euro 6 emission limits and where the emissions testing work is accredited to ISO17025 standards. BCC will be using its e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc Registration and use of In-tend is free. All correspondence for this procurement process must be via the In-tend correspondence function. If you are unable to register with In-tend please either email us at: cps@birmingham.gov.uk or call 0121 464 8000. If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access Birmingham City Councils tender Portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register as a bidder. We will send you a log on and password so you can download the quotation pack. Requests to participate must be by way of completion and return of the quotation pack no later than Noon (GMT) on 6th March 2017 using the Supplier Portal. Additional information: If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access Birmingham City Council's tender Portal. Delivery Notes Birmingham Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e394b332-0985-4c39-bbe0-221d3b04eb56
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments

73430000 - Test and evaluation

90715000 - Pollution investigation services

90715200 - Other pollution investigation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Feb 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Mar 2017 - 30 Jun 2017 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
BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Manjit Samrai
Contact Email
manjit.samrai@birmingham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0121 303 0349

Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B4 7WB
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
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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