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title: "IRM21/7583 The Calibration, Repair and Maintenance of Roller Brake Testers (RBT), Wheel Play Detectors (WPD) and Headlamp Beam Testers (HBT)"
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# IRM21/7583 The Calibration, Repair and Maintenance of Roller Brake Testers (RBT), Wheel Play Detectors (WPD) and Headlamp Beam Testers (HBT)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bf052ef4-c614-4f9d-a166-4d0e9dce4e2b

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## Summary

The UK Ministry of Defence, acting through its agent Babcock Land Defence Ltd, has completed a public procurement process, culminating in the award of a contract to VL Test Systems Limited. The contract pertains to the calibration, repair, and maintenance of testing apparatus, specifically roller brake testers, wheel play detectors, and headlamp beam testers. The procurement, valued at £19,367,000, falls under the industry category of repair and maintenance services of testing apparatus, with operations primarily located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. The negotiated procedure was conducted without prior publication above the threshold, moving directly to the award stage as of 21 August 2025. The contract will span four years starting from 21 August 2025, with options to extend for up to three additional years.

This procurement presents valuable opportunities for SMEs involved in the maintenance and repair of testing equipment. The contract enables businesses to engage in long-term service arrangements, providing stability and potential for incremental growth. VL Test Systems Limited, as a successful SME, exemplifies the potential for smaller firms to secure substantial contracts with prominent departments such as the Ministry of Defence. Businesses with robust technical expertise in similar apparatus and the capacity to deliver services across multiple sites are particularly well-suited to capitalise on similar opportunities, thereby enhancing their credibility and expanding their client base in the defence and public sectors.

## Notice

Babcock Land Defence Ltd, acting as agent for the UK Ministry of Defence, has awarded a contract with VL Test Systems Limited for The Calibration, Repair and Maintenance of Roller Brake Testers (RBT), Wheel Play Detectors (WPD) and Headlamp Beam Testers (HBT) for a duration of 4 Years with 3x1 optional years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93621928-ea07-45ee-8725-270b0360fd41 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Aug 2025 - 20 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £19,367,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £19,367,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | TELFORD |
| Post town | Telford |
| Postcode | TF2 8JT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG21 Telford and Wrekin |
| Local authority | Telford and Wrekin |
| Electoral ward | Donnington |
| Westminster constituency | The Wrekin |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VL TEST SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50412000 - Repair and maintenance services of testing apparatus

## Release History

- 29 Aug 2025 at 08:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93621928-ea07-45ee-8725-270b0360fd41

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93621928-ea07-45ee-8725-270b0360fd41
  29th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4b0a9738-a5a3-48a5-8113-182abe6b0d45
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a88f05ac-110c-43ae-adce-b7872ac318ec
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2b4dca46-5f29-4967-a01e-8492b2e78380
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