This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

08 Jul 2026 at 11:39

Planning

21 May 2026 at 08:49

Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), based in Bristol, UK, and sponsored by the Department for Transport, is currently running a tender process to secure services for the Calibration, Repair, and Maintenance of DVSA Weigh Pads for Enforcement and IVA 2026. This open procedure aims to ensure the safety and compliance of vehicle weighing activities. The procurement, classified under the calibration services industry, is now in the tender stage, with the tender submission deadline set for 3rd August 2026. The procurement process began in the planning phase, initiated by a Preliminary Market Engagement Notice, which concluded on 4th June 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in calibration services, particularly those that can supply, maintain, and repair portable weighing equipment. Companies with the capability to deliver quality and cost-efficient services, along with social value, are particularly well-suited to participate. The flexibility evident in the potential contract extensions makes it an attractive proposition for businesses seeking long-term engagement. The contract is open to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), providing an inclusive platform for businesses looking to expand their footprint within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Calibration, Repair and Maintenance of DVSA Weigh Pads for Enforcement and IVA 2026

Notice Description

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, an executive agency sponsored by the Department for Transport (DfT). The agency carries out driving tests, approves people to be driving instructors and MOT testers, carries out tests to make sure lorries and buses are safe to drive, carries out roadside checks on drivers and vehicles, and monitors vehicle recalls. DVSA invites proposals to repair, maintain, calibrate, and verify it's portable weighing equipment. The proposal includes occasional supply of weighpads, associated equipment and parts, plus supplying occasional calibrated and verified rental weighpads equipment when required.

Planning Information

DVSA is issuing this Preliminary Market Engagement Notice (UK2) as a Request for Information (RFI) to engage with the market. The purpose is to gather insights into the market’s capacity and appetite for the upcoming Calibration, Repair and Maintenance of DVSA Weigh Pads for Enforcement and IVA 2026 requirement. The RFI will be open from 21st May to 04th June 2026. If you are interested in participating and would like access to the RFI documents, please contact the team at: G&Scategoryteam@dvsa.gov.uk

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069e78
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064172-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50433000 - Calibration services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20264 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
13 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Oct 2026 - 2 Oct 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2028-06-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

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