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title: "19 115- Taxi Licensing Vehicle Testing in accordance with Cheshire East licensing requirements."
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# 19 115- Taxi Licensing Vehicle Testing in accordance with Cheshire East licensing requirements.

Buyer: CHESHIRE EAST BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-77857889-5df3-4a5f-8075-c6ce8206caa5

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## Summary

The Cheshire East Borough Council is conducting a procurement process for "19 115 - Taxi Licensing Vehicle Testing" in accordance with local licensing requirements. This project, classified under the services category specifically for taxi meters, intends to ensure that vehicles meet the necessary standards for safety and comfort. The tender period concluded on February 28, 2020, and the contract is scheduled to run from June 17, 2020, to June 16, 2023. The total estimated value of the contract is £135,000. Interested suppliers were required to register their expressions of interest and submit the necessary documents via the Council's electronic Contract and Tender Management System, known as The Chest.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for local businesses, particularly those involved in vehicle maintenance and testing services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in vehicle repairs and servicing are well-suited to compete for this contract. The requirement for compliant taxi vehicle testing aligns with businesses that have experience in the taxi services sector and are familiar with local licensing regulations. Engaging in this contract could assist such businesses in expanding their service offerings and reinforcing their relationships within the local transport sector.

## Notice

Cheshire East Council is looking to procure Taxi Licensing Vehicle Tests in accordance with Cheshire East Licensing Requirements. The Council is not allowed to grant a licence to a Hackney carriage or private hire vehicle unless it is satisfied that the vehicle is suitable in type, size and design, is in a suitable mechanical condition, safe and comfortable. Section 50 (1) of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 allows the Licensing Authority to request the proprietor of any licensed hackney carriage or any private hire or applicant for such a licence to present the vehicle for test at whatever place the Council specifies; that place must be 'within the area of the council'.This procurement exercise will be conducted on Cheshire East Borough Council's electronic Contract and Tender Management System at the www.the-chest.org.uk Organisations wishing to be considered for this contract must register their expression of interest and provide additional required information through the Contract and Tender Management System. Expressions of interest must be by way of completion and return of the Request for Quotation('RFQ') (in accordance with the requirements set out in the RFQ) by the date and time specified.If you have any technical problems with The Contract and Tender Management System please contact the help-desk on: ProcontractSuppliers@proactis.com or 0330 005 0352. In order to participate, providers must register, complete and upload completed documentation and submit this via the Chest at the link provided in this notice. The project reference on The Chest is DN441989. The values given in this notice are only estimations- the Council gives no guarantee or warranty or makes any representation as to the accuracy of any indicative values.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a510b08-5e56-41a7-9e2f-570b67c1fb4f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Apr 2020 |
| Contract period | 16 Jun 2020 - 16 Jun 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £135,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £135,000 |
| 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 | CHESHIRE EAST BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SANDBACH |
| Post town | Crewe |
| Postcode | CW11 1HZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD62 Cheshire East |
| Local authority | Cheshire East |
| Electoral ward | Sandbach Town |
| Westminster constituency | Congleton |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CORNEND LIMITED T/A MACCLESFIELD MOT & SERVICE CENTRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

### Codes

- 38561120 - Taxi meters
- 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment
- 60120000 - Taxi services

## Release History

- 18 May 2020 at 09:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a510b08-5e56-41a7-9e2f-570b67c1fb4f
- 27 Jan 2020 at 09:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2665db67-75fa-4f3d-b5f2-b066a185028a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a510b08-5e56-41a7-9e2f-570b67c1fb4f
  17th May 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2665db67-75fa-4f3d-b5f2-b066a185028a
  27th January 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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