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title: "Provision of Diplomatic and Trade Plates"
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# Provision of Diplomatic and Trade Plates

Buyer: DVLA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-645c52da-60c1-4724-a0c6-ed5d6f92b767

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), which is seeking vendors for the "Provision of Diplomatic and Trade Plates." This contract falls under the industry category of vehicle parts and accessories, specifically involving the creation, supply, and destruction of Diplomatic Plates for foreign diplomats and Trade Plates for the motor trade across the UK. The award was completed on 13th November 2017, and the contract period is set to commence on 1st January 2018 and run until 31st December 2019. The total value of the awarded contract is approximately £1,180,238, and the procurement method used is an open procedure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in vehicle accessories and related services, particularly those with the capability to produce high-quality plates for diplomatic use. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to consider competing for this contract, as it suits their involvement and capacity. Companies that can efficiently manage production and fulfilment requirements across various countries would be particularly well-positioned to take advantage of this opportunity, fostering growth in this niche market.

## Notice

The contract is for the creation, supply and destruction of Diplomatic Plates for use on vehicles owned by Foreign Diplomats whilst they are resident in UK, and the creation, supply and destruction of Trade Plates for the Motor Trade, Manufacturers and Vehicles Testers throughout the UK.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05ff87c2-eb90-4cc4-809f-f72e8cd70c73 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Nov 2017 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2018 - 31 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,180,238 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,180,238 |
| 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 | DVLA |
| Locality | SWANSEA |
| Post town | Swansea |
| Postcode | SA6 7JL |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL43 Swansea |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Electoral ward | Mynydd-bach |
| Westminster constituency | Swansea West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SANDHURST AUTOPRINT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34300000 - Parts and accessories for vehicles and their engines

## Release History

- 1 Dec 2017 at 08:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05ff87c2-eb90-4cc4-809f-f72e8cd70c73

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05ff87c2-eb90-4cc4-809f-f72e8cd70c73
  1st December 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=289273847
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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