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title: "WP187 Noise Programme"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY"
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# WP187 Noise Programme

Buyer: DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-625ca445-a8b8-4dc0-b795-c016043e937a

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) focuses on a project titled "WP187 Noise Programme," which involves specialist laboratory testing services for measuring noise emitted from car exhausts. This falls under the industry category of mechanical and electrical engineering services, classified by the CPV code 71334000. The process employs a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period concluded on 16th May 2025, leading to an award stage, with the contract starting on 23rd May 2025 and ending on 30th June 2026. This procurement spans multiple locations, including the United Kingdom and other overseas territories.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for companies specialising in mechanical and electrical engineering services, particularly those capable of providing laboratory testing services. It is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE). The awarded contract, valued at £155,700, was granted to UTAC UK LTD, a large-scale supplier based in Bedfordshire. Businesses with capabilities in specialised testing and compliance assessments for automotive emissions can leverage this opportunity to expand their service offerings and client base, building long-term partnerships with public sector bodies like DVSA.

## Notice

Notice for specialist laboratory testing to measure the noise emitted from the exhaust of 5 cars.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc652166-8224-40b4-97c4-b84d4b6f3f4b |
| 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 | 2 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 22 May 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £155,700 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £155,700 |
| 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 | UTAC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

## Release History

- 2 Jun 2025 at 13:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc652166-8224-40b4-97c4-b84d4b6f3f4b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc652166-8224-40b4-97c4-b84d4b6f3f4b
  2nd June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/dvsa

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