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WP183.1 Motorcycle Noise Programme

DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY

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13 Oct 2025 at 08:54

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15 May 2025 at 09:04

Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has completed the WP183.1 Motorcycle Noise Programme tender process, aimed at investigating noise emissions from two-wheeled motorcycles and replacement exhaust systems across L3e classes, A1, A2 and A3. Categorised under Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Services, this procurement had a value of £244,957.50 and was conducted through a selective method by calling off from a framework agreement. The delivery addresses for this service span several regions including the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, the United Kingdom, and globally. The contract period began on 13 May 2025 and is set to conclude by 30 June 2026.

This procurement offers business growth opportunities particularly for companies involved in motorcycle engineering and noise assessment services. It is well-suited for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to its structured engagement with these entities through a framework agreement. The tender, awarded to UTAC UK LTD, highlights the potential for expansion in providing niche technical services that meet regulatory compliance and testing standards for automotive noise emissions.

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Notice Title

WP183.1 Motorcycle Noise Programme

Notice Description

This contract has been varied to include additional preconditioning testing. Notice for primary investigation into noise emissions testing of a 2 wheeled road motorcycle and replacement exhaust systems from each L3e classes, A1, A2 and A3.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f43deecb-6d0a-4e10-b7a4-8995ce077087
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6685d0f-c75a-4087-9f9b-ff8c0958bf9b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£244,957 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£244,957 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
12 May 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS5 0DA
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Lawrence Hill
Westminster Constituency
Bristol East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UTAC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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