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title: "WP186.1 ADAS Programme"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-24bc357d-c488-4312-862a-3dd53d76515e"
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buyer: "DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY"
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# WP186.1 ADAS Programme

Buyer: DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-24bc357d-c488-4312-862a-3dd53d76515e

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "WP186.1 ADAS Programme" was conducted by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), based in Bristol, England. This tender focuses on specialist laboratory testing to assess the compliance of AEBS systems of M1 and N3 vehicles and encompasses mechanical and electrical engineering services. The contract was awarded to Horiba Mira Ltd, a large supplier, with the procurement process method being a selective call-off from a framework agreement. While the tendering period concluded on 11th July 2025, the contract will be active from 29th July 2025 until 30th June 2026, with operations expected across various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for companies in the mechanical and electrical engineering industry, particularly those specializing in automotive compliance and testing. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable for participation in similar future opportunities, given the inclusive selection criteria previously employed. Engaging in such contracts can spur growth by providing access to broader markets and fostering partnerships with established bodies such as the DVSA. Businesses well-versed in delivering comprehensive compliance testing solutions would be competently positioned to compete effectively in this field.

## Notice

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

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d690373e-dbfa-4668-a35b-344823f1c95b |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Jul 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £186,290 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £186,290 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS5 0DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Lawrence Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HORIBA MIRA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

## Release History

- 1 Aug 2025 at 08:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d690373e-dbfa-4668-a35b-344823f1c95b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d690373e-dbfa-4668-a35b-344823f1c95b
  1st August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/86775f23-76c6-4484-9247-385f042381ab
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5947a36b-8687-462c-8919-1c68f4805c25
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ee9d084a-acf8-4cc6-a2ed-543517954a23
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