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title: "SPATS Framework Lot 1 - Diesel Fuel & Filter Analysis"
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# SPATS Framework Lot 1 - Diesel Fuel & Filter Analysis

Buyer: THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7734c52a-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "SPATS Framework Lot 1 - Diesel Fuel & Filter Analysis" was conducted by the Department for Transport. This contract, which falls under the research and development services category, is located in London, United Kingdom. The tender was completed on 18 October 2016, while the contract period commenced on 8 November 2016 and will conclude on 30 April 2017. The awarded contract is valued at £170,858.62 and was granted through a non-standard procurement method.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in research and consultancy services related to fuel and vehicle maintenance. Companies with expertise in diesel fuel analysis, filter technology, and automotive diagnostics would be particularly well-suited to leverage this contract. The insights gained from the project can help suppliers identify potential areas for growth and innovation in addressing recurring issues in diesel fuel performance.

## Notice

The project is to gather and analyse evidence regarding diesel fuel filter blocking. The filter blocking issues has been occurring over the last three winters and in order to help rectify the problem the Department requires information about the diesel being supplied into the market and any regarding the fuel and filter on vehicles that have broken down. This output from the project will indicate or inform the decisions that need to be made in resolving the issue.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0880582-69c8-4cc3-8a34-fd7a1fb1c96d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Nov 2016 |
| Contract period | 8 Nov 2016 - 30 Apr 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £170,858 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £170,858 |
| 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 | THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1P 4DR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Vincent Square |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TRL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0880582-69c8-4cc3-8a34-fd7a1fb1c96d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d0880582-69c8-4cc3-8a34-fd7a1fb1c96d
  17th November 2016 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a6b71665-9a36-4ed5-b5d3-a5e2454c0213
  Award Letter

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