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title: "T0445 TFTS1006 - Technical Research into Construction Standards for E-scooters"
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# T0445 TFTS1006 - Technical Research into Construction Standards for E-scooters

Buyer: NATIONAL HIGHWAYS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-50b9a696-4b73-479a-9a60-1090438db756

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## Summary

The buying organisation National Highways has awarded a contract for the project titled "T0445 TFTS1006 - Technical Research into Construction Standards for E-scooters" to FUTRAN JV. The procurement method was selective, involving call-off from a framework agreement. The contract value is £185,158.72 GBP, with a contract period starting from May 10, 2023, to February 29, 2024. The tender period ended on April 14, 2023. This procurement falls under the services category and is aimed at providing recommendations and evidence for the construction of e-scooters in compliance with safety standards and inclusivity, promoting the manufacture of sustainable products.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses interested in research and development within the design and execution sector. SMEs are suited to compete for this contract opportunity. The project location spans across various territories including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. Businesses focusing on technical research, innovation, and sustainable manufacturing are well-positioned to engage in this tender process and contribute to advancing e-scooter construction standards.

## Notice

The objectives of this project are to: - Provide recommendations and evidence to assist with the creation of technical requirements for the construction of e-scooters that can be implemented in new Construction and Use Regulations, to ensure they are safe in their design and use. - Provide information on how technical requirements can be as inclusive as possible when integrating with vehicles for disabled people. - Investigate the potential of including requirements related to e-scooter's lifecycle to encourage manufacturing of sustainable products.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee564c3c-f319-4a9d-9487-3a33a3e391e7 |
| 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 |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Apr 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 May 2023 |
| Contract period | 9 May 2023 - 29 Feb 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £185,158 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £185,158 |
| 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 | NATIONAL HIGHWAYS |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B1 1RN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FUTRAN JV |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

## Release History

- 11 May 2023 at 10:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee564c3c-f319-4a9d-9487-3a33a3e391e7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee564c3c-f319-4a9d-9487-3a33a3e391e7
  11th May 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c02c2585-6f98-4347-9b57-9861e9497c16
  n/a

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