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ADAS AEB Programme 2026-27

DRIVER & VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY

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17 Jul 2026 at 13:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), operating out of Bristol, has concluded the procurement process for the "ADAS AEB Programme 2026-27", which fell within the mechanical and electrical engineering services category. This procurement involved specialist laboratory testing to assess the compliance of AEBS systems on M1, N1, and N3 vehicles in the UK. The tender process, classified as a limited procurement method, was executed without prior publication of a call for competition. The contract, with a value of GBP 246,457, was awarded on 16th July 2026 to Horiba Mira Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Nuneaton. This procurement was under the framework where the award procedure was outside the scope of the directive and concluded with the award stage being completed, as evidenced by the active contract status.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses within the mechanical and electrical engineering sector, particularly those specialising in compliance testing for automotive safety systems. Companies with expertise in laboratory testing and a strong understanding of AEBS systems for vehicles could greatly benefit from similar public procurement opportunities. Large-scale businesses with capabilities in performing detailed vehicle compliance testing can find these types of contracts rewarding for expanding their clientele and establishing themselves within the public sector. Engaging in projects with governmental agencies like the DVSA can enhance reputation and provide a platform for sustained business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ADAS AEB Programme 2026-27

Notice Description

DVSA need to commission specialist laboratory testing to assess the compliance of AEBS systems of M1, N1 and N3 vehicles placed on the UK market

Lot Information

Lot 1

specialist laboratory testing to assess the compliance of AEBS systems of M1, N1 and N3 vehicles placed on the UK market

Procurement Information

This is a Call-off from a Framework

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cdf5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067851-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£246,457 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

HORIBA MIRA

Further Information

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