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title: "Steering Assistance - Failure Assessment Requirement"
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buyer: "DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY"
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# Steering Assistance - Failure Assessment Requirement

Buyer: DVSA - DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6488115e-a3d0-45be-a4cd-72180e79c641

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Steering Assistance - Failure Assessment Requirement" has been initiated by the DVSA - Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency. This tender falls under the industry category of Technical inspection and testing services and is located in the UK. The procurement method is a direct single tender action, valued at £15,000. The tender period ended on 23rd August 2021, while the contract is scheduled to commence on 30th August 2021 and conclude by 29th October 2021.

This opportunity is particularly suitable for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in technical inspection and testing services. It presents a chance for businesses that can demonstrate proficiency in conducting assessments and have the capability to gather and analyse data, particularly those with experience in working with vehicle manufacturers or within the automotive sector. Engaging in this contract could lead to further business growth by establishing a working relationship with the DVSA and potentially opening doors for future tenders in the automotive compliance field.

## Notice

Contract finders notice for assessing the loss of steering assistance to a specific vehicle brand. DVSA have received a number of complaints and need to gather further evidence in order to make the case to the manufacturer to take action if required.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/828d32af-d03e-4469-b007-f402feca7ee9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 29 Aug 2021 - 29 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,000 |
| 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 | THATCHAM RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

## Release History

- 21 Sep 2021 at 13:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/828d32af-d03e-4469-b007-f402feca7ee9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/828d32af-d03e-4469-b007-f402feca7ee9
  21st September 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/645860f8-c66e-4559-b160-f4e71d9d5055
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