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title: "Contract for Handbrake Failsafe System & RFID Vehicle Control System"
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buyer: "DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2020-04-14"
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# Contract for Handbrake Failsafe System & RFID Vehicle Control System

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-70275f24-46ee-4e16-9cad-e87e7db7f360

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Durham County Council, involves the award of a contract for a Handbrake Failsafe System and RFID Vehicle Control System, classified under the CPV category of parts and accessories for vehicles and their engines. The contract has an estimated value of £181,000 and was awarded on 30th May 2018, with the contractor required to deliver the services starting from 1st June 2018 until 30th April 2021. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, allowing for broad participation. The delivery is set to take place in the North East region of the United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the automotive and technology sectors, particularly those specialising in vehicle safety systems and control technologies. Business growth can be realised by engaging in similar tenders and submitting competitive bids, especially for SMEs looking to expand their operations in public sector markets. Companies with expertise in vehicle accessories, control systems, or relevant engineering services would be well-positioned to leverage such procurement opportunities.

## Notice

Award notice

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a874e0fd-d10b-4ab3-bc0d-a8ce61c23711 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Apr 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 15 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2018 - 30 Apr 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £181,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £181,000 |
| 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 | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VISION TECHNIQUES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34300000 - Parts and accessories for vehicles and their engines

## Release History

- 14 Apr 2020 at 09:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a874e0fd-d10b-4ab3-bc0d-a8ce61c23711

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a874e0fd-d10b-4ab3-bc0d-a8ce61c23711
  14th April 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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