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title: "T0047 TLOT0029 Reference wheelchair research - understanding the use of mobility-aids in relation to the reference wheelchair specification and public transport"
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# T0047 TLOT0029 Reference wheelchair research - understanding the use of mobility-aids in relation to the reference wheelchair specification and public transport

Buyer: HIGHWAYS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c1dc4536-fa4c-48ff-84c6-f72c34ca44be

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Highways England as the buying organisation, seeking research on the use of mobility aids in relation to a reference wheelchair specification and public transport. The tender, titled "T0047 TLOT0029 Reference wheelchair research," falls under the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" category and is based in London, UK. This process is currently in the Award stage, with the contract period commencing on 19 March 2021 and concluding on 31 August 2021. The total value of the awarded contract is £71,766, and the procurement method utilised was selective, with the contract awarded to Atkins Jacobs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs), to engage in vital research that could influence future accessibility standards for transport. Companies with expertise in research and development, particularly those focusing on mobility aids and public transport accessibility, would be well-suited to participate in similar future tenders. Engaging in this procurement could enhance their visibility and expertise in the evolving landscape of accessibility solutions.

## Notice

S105.1 The Department for Transport (the Department) seeks to understand: in relation to the reference wheelchair specification, the characteristics, prevalence, and use of wheeled mobility aids; and whether there will be a need for associated changes in the future to accessibility standards for the design of rail, bus, taxi/PHV vehicles and transport infrastructure.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9615b550-e81d-4dfa-8938-903543c16973 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | 19 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £71,766 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £71,766 |
| 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 | HIGHWAYS ENGLAND |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B1 1RN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ATKINS JACOBS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2021 at 13:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9615b550-e81d-4dfa-8938-903543c16973

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9615b550-e81d-4dfa-8938-903543c16973
  19th March 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/61b1b20a-9423-4394-9a9c-23571fe327e9
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