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title: "P0326 - Provision of MOT Testing Services for Taxis (Hackney Carriage and Private Hire) - AWARD"
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# P0326 - Provision of MOT Testing Services for Taxis (Hackney Carriage and Private Hire) - AWARD

Buyer: BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3fe6c6e6-e6e3-48b4-b068-b4469b0bfa11

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## Summary

Birmingham City Council is seeking providers for the "P0326 - Provision of MOT Testing Services for Taxis (Hackney Carriage and Private Hire)" contract, which is currently in the Award stage. This procurement process, initiated under an open procedure, will span three years, starting from 1st July 2017 and concluding on 30th June 2020, with an option to extend for an additional year. The deadline for expressing interest was 24th April 2017, and the deadline for submitting tender documentation was 17:00 (GMT) on 2nd May 2017. This contract falls under the motor vehicles services industry category and is located within Birmingham, West Midlands (postal code B4 7WB).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle testing and related services, particularly those equipped to meet the stringent quality and safety standards required by Birmingham City Council. Businesses aiming to compete should ideally have the capacity to conduct MOT tests and supplementary inspections on Hackney Carriage and Private Hire vehicles. Given the focus on compliance and high service standards, large vehicle testing companies or those with experience in public service contracts will be well-suited to participate in this procurement process.

## Notice

Birmingham City Council has a duty to inspect and test any Hackney Carriage Vehicle or Private Hire Vehicle within the boundary area of the Council prior to licensing the vehicles to be used as taxis. It is a requirement that Licensed Hackney Carriage and Private Hire vehicles meet the Council Standards on safety, are fit for purpose and are roadworthy in order to meet high quality standards. The Council wishes to appoint a number of Vehicle Testing Stations within the Birmingham boundaries to undertake MOT testing and re-tests as specified by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and appropriate legislation. In addition, the successful Vehicle Testing Stations will be required to undertake a supplementary test which ensures licensed vehicles meet the Council's standards. The successful Vehicle Testing Stations will be undertaking tests on behalf of the Council; therefore the Council expects high standards of service and rigorous compliance to the testing standards. The Contract duration will be for 3 years with an option to extend for a further 12 months. The Council will appoint a number of Providers of Vehicle Testing Stations to this agreement that adequately provide sufficient coverage in the Birmingham area and to provide sufficient capacity for the number of tests required. BCC will be using its e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc Registration and use of in-tend is free. All correspondence for this procurement process must be via the in-tend correspondence function. If you are unable to register with in-tend please either email us at cps@birmingham.gov.uk or call 0121 464 8000. If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access Birmingham City Councils tender Portal:-. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register as a bidder. We will send you a log on and password so you can download the tender documentation. Deadline for expressions of interest is 24th April 2017. Requests to participate must be by way of completion and return of the tender documentation no later than 17:00 (GMT) on 2nd May 2017 using the Supplier Portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88f7ad9a-a927-4e9d-9af0-4a8cb2a9f117 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Apr 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2017 - 30 Jun 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7WB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Newtown |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 6 |
| Supplier names | AUTO-MOTO; AUTOFIT CENTRE; HADEN BIRMINGHAM; PHEONIX VEHICLE MANAGENT LTD T/A THE AUTO WORKSHOP; SAKI'S AUTO CENTRE; SWIFT REPAIRS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 34100000 - Motor vehicles
- 50110000 - Repair and maintenance services of motor vehicles and associated equipment

## Release History

- 3 Aug 2017 at 11:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88f7ad9a-a927-4e9d-9af0-4a8cb2a9f117

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88f7ad9a-a927-4e9d-9af0-4a8cb2a9f117
  3rd August 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/

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