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Clean Vehicle Retrofit Accreditation Scheme (CVRAS)

Defra Network eTendering Portal

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08 Dec 2021 at 22:45

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Summary of the contracting process

The Clean Vehicle Retrofit Accreditation Scheme (CVRAS) is a planned procurement process initiated by the Defra Network eTendering Portal, aimed at supporting the cleaning of older, more polluting vehicles in the UK. This initiative falls under the services category, specifically targeting air quality management, with a focus on local authorities required to implement legal air quality standards. The procurement stage is currently in the planning phase, with the future notice date set for 17 January 2022. Interested parties should prepare their expressions of interest detailing their capacity and relevant experience.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses experienced in the retrofit industry, particularly those with technical expertise in vehicle testing, emissions auditing, and the ability to engage with local authorities. Companies that can provide comprehensive services, such as website management, product certification, and ongoing vehicle performance reviews, will be well-suited to compete. Involvement in the CVRAS could enhance business growth by aligning with governmental efforts to improve air quality and compliance with environmental regulations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Clean Vehicle Retrofit Accreditation Scheme (CVRAS)

Notice Description

The CVRAS (Clean Vehicle Retrofit Accreditation Scheme) supports the cleaning up of older and more polluting legacy vehicles .Transport creates around 70% of roadside nitrogen oxides and makes a significant contribution to particulate matter. The 26 July 2017 UK Plan for Tackling Roadside Nitrogen Dioxide Concentrations outlines how councils with NO2 levels exceeding legal limits must develop and implement local plans to deliver legal levels of NO2 in the shortest time possible. The NO2 plan identified charging Clean Air Zones (CAZs) are an effective means of achieving compliance with NO2 levels in the shortest time possible and as such local authorities need to consider CAZs or equally effective measures to reduce NO2 concentrations.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The CVRAS provides a robust assurance scheme for suppliers and their products that can be retrofitted to vehicles meaning vehicle operators can have confidence their vehicles will be recognised as compliant for Clean Air Zone (CAZ), Ultra Low Emissions Zone or Low Emissions Zone entry without charge and local authorities implementing clean air policies can be confident in the performance of retrofitted vehicles. In support of this, Defra will be seeking an experienced provider with knowledge of and relationships with the retrofit industry, expertise on retrofit technologies and knowledge of the bus industry and automotive industry. The services to be provided include: - Hosting the CVRAS website and carrying out company audits for company accreditations and annual checks, verifying product testing and certifying retrofit technologies. - Owning the CVRAS and making any changes required to maintain its effectiveness. - Updating the whitelist of retrofitted vehicles for the CAZ vehicle checker on a weekly basis. - Potential for ongoing enforcement of retrofitted vehicles and the rectifying of issues. - Potential for reviewing the performance of retrofitted vehicles. Additional information: This is not a call for competition. This is an indicative specification to gauge interest only and is subject to change.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02ff02
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030603-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90731000 - Services related to air pollution

90731100 - Air quality management

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
17 Jan 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Defra Network eTendering Portal
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3JR
Postcode Area
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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