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title: "SHARP Procurement of Helmets - Phase 4"
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# SHARP Procurement of Helmets - Phase 4

Buyer: THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a6318e6b-7d8c-4194-b5c0-112defe9999a

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## Summary

The Department for Transport (DfT) is currently conducting a tender titled "SHARP Procurement of Helmets - Phase 4" to source motorcycle helmets from the UK market for evaluation by the Safety Helmet Assessment and Rating Programme (SHARP). This procurement process falls within the goods category, specifically focusing on crash helmets and related accessories. The tender period will close on 24 May 2020, with the contract expected to commence on 15 June 2020 and last until 14 June 2023. Interested suppliers can submit their offers electronically via the AWARD e-tendering system, and should contact Ken Dale at kenneth.dale@dft.gov.uk for access details.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the manufacture or retail of motorcycle helmets, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their market presence in the safety equipment sector. Companies specialising in the production of crash helmets or motorcycle accessories are well-suited to participate, given the specific requirements of SHARP. Engaging with this procurement not only offers potential revenue but also positions businesses as key contributors to consumer safety initiatives within the UK market.

## Notice

The Department for Transport (DfT) is looking to contract retailers to supply motorcycle helmets from the UK market place for evaluation by the Safety Helmet Assessment and Rating Programme (SHARP). SHARP is a DfT consumer information programme that provides independent information to motorcyclists on the differences in protection provided by safety helmets that are being marketed in the UK. Tenders can only be submitted by electronic means via the AWARD e-tendering system. Please email kenneth.dale@dft.gov.uk for access to this system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cc8c5fd-03ca-4232-ad99-f94dcc0402f6 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 24 May 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Jun 2020 - 14 Jun 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £95,000 |
| 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 DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 0TL |
| 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 | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 18444111 - Crash helmets
- 34411000 - Parts and accessories for motorcycles

## Release History

- 1 May 2020 at 14:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cc8c5fd-03ca-4232-ad99-f94dcc0402f6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cc8c5fd-03ca-4232-ad99-f94dcc0402f6
  1st May 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d44bf0ae-959c-406a-b7f6-39a521215a45
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/47323085-1b85-475f-80a2-b495ccfcccb7
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/23075611-dcdf-42ec-8437-171af2fb736b
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/497e732c-8c05-47e9-9502-611ba84e922c
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cb189055-9a06-4f2b-bfa6-32483b532645
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9f08b0d7-ccaa-4a05-98cd-2ec59e240990

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