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title: "GB-Nottingham: Supply of Interview Recording Machines"
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# GB-Nottingham: Supply of Interview Recording Machines

Buyer: THE DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-64886963-70e1-4617-8ec6-0df84d9da67b

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, which is seeking to procure additional CD Interview Recording Machines for its Counter Fraud and Investigation Team. This tender, titled "GB-Nottingham: Supply of Interview Recording Machines," falls under the goods category and is classified as sound recorders (CPV code 32332300). The procurement method is an open procedure with the tender period concluding on 19 April 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 3 May 2018 and will run for two years, with a total value of £25,000, and a minimum contract value of £10,000. The location for delivery includes various regions, including the UK and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in the supply of electronic goods, particularly audio recording equipment. Businesses that have experience in providing innovative and durable recording machines will be well-suited to compete for this contract. Given the focus on increasing interview capabilities for investigations, suppliers with a proven track record in similar contracts or those that can demonstrate sustainable and efficient equipment solutions may find competitive advantage in this procurement process.

## Notice

The Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency's Counter Fraud and Investigation Team carry out a high number of investigations into Theory and Practical Driving Tests, which involve candidates being interviewed. Due to an increase in the amount of investigations being carried out and subsequent interviews, it is necessary to purchase additional CD Interview Recording Machines. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9c85c8e-5fb4-473d-a169-3427daad58cd |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Apr 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 May 2018 - 2 May 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG1 6LP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | Hyson Green & Arboretum |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32332300 - Sound recorders

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2018 at 13:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9c85c8e-5fb4-473d-a169-3427daad58cd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9c85c8e-5fb4-473d-a169-3427daad58cd
  26th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Nottingham:-Supply-of-Interview-Recording-Machines/2XJ94255QH
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