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title: "SPATS - Mobile Phone use - Road Side Survey"
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# SPATS - Mobile Phone use - Road Side Survey

Buyer: THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bd369469-353d-42ea-a21e-b8ccb25410a2

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Department for Transport, which has awarded a contract titled "SPATS - Mobile Phone use - Road Side Survey". This research project aims to assess mobile phone usage among road users in the UK and is classified under "Research and development services and related consultancy services". The contract, valued at £269,454, commenced on 11 August 2017 and concluded on 31 January 2018. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and the award notice was published on 25 January 2018.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in research and development, particularly those with expertise in transportation studies or mobile technology research. Companies specialised in behavioural analysis, traffic safety consultancy, and data collection would be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders. Engaging with the Department for Transport on projects like this can significantly enhance a firm's profile and lead to further contracts within the public sector.

## Notice

This research is intended to assess the habits of road users in respect to mobile phone usage when driving. It will aim to measure the usage of hand-held mobile phones in both moving and stationary traffic and to make a distinction between different types of mobile phone use. The project also includes the option of estimating the level of use of seatbelts by vehicle occupants

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/283f1930-f3b2-40ef-8e09-cf8d199c9100 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jul 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Aug 2017 |
| Contract period | 10 Aug 2017 - 31 Jan 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £269,454 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £269,454 |
| 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

- 25 Jan 2018 at 22:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/283f1930-f3b2-40ef-8e09-cf8d199c9100

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/283f1930-f3b2-40ef-8e09-cf8d199c9100
  25th January 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/66504e53-cfba-44be-b0ae-6536477583bd
  Award Letter

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