--- title: "SHARP Helmet Performance Testing" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d75115b0-b5f2-490c-b0a6-c44b0af917a9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d75115b0-b5f2-490c-b0a6-c44b0af917a9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d75115b0-b5f2-490c-b0a6-c44b0af917a9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d75115b0-b5f2-490c-b0a6-c44b0af917a9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT" published: "2020-12-22" --- # SHARP Helmet Performance Testing Buyer: THE DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d75115b0-b5f2-490c-b0a6-c44b0af917a9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d75115b0-b5f2-490c-b0a6-c44b0af917a9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d75115b0-b5f2-490c-b0a6-c44b0af917a9.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves the Department for Transport seeking a competent laboratory to conduct performance testing on SHARP helmets, as outlined in the tender titled "SHARP Helmet Performance Testing." This contract, classified under the CPV code for research and development services, is valued at £44,000 and is located in London, England. The tender was published on 8th July 2019 and the deadline for submissions was set for 9th August 2019, with the contract period scheduled to commence on 9th September 2019 and extend until 30th September 2021. The procurement method used was an open procedure, allowing for competitive bids from various suppliers. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory services and testing, especially for those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies that specialise in impact testing and have the necessary technical capabilities will find this a fitting opportunity to expand their client portfolio within the transport safety sector. Engaging in such government contracts can enhance a business's credibility and potentially lead to further work in a growing market focused on safety and quality assurance in helmet manufacturing. ## Notice Physical testing that is needed to measure the ability of helmets to manage impact energy and is therefore looking to appoint a competent laboratory that will; ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4adcff4-64be-429f-8a10-fc34a1d341fb | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 Dec 2020 | | Submission deadline | 8 Aug 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 9 Sep 2019 | | Contract period | 9 Sep 2019 - 30 Sep 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £28,066 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £28,066 | | 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 | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | INSPEC INTERNATIONAL | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 22 Dec 2020 at 15:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4adcff4-64be-429f-8a10-fc34a1d341fb - 22 Dec 2020 at 15:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fab4b0a-4158-45e3-b963-dd4299e3c095 - 8 Jul 2019 at 16:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fab4b0a-4158-45e3-b963-dd4299e3c095 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c4adcff4-64be-429f-8a10-fc34a1d341fb 22nd December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fab4b0a-4158-45e3-b963-dd4299e3c095 22nd December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2f925fee-b041-486a-a36b-9b06261da9f3 03 Instructions for Tenderers - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/eb1ac045-bd3e-41d3-a41c-db0515022793 01 Form of Tender - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e7a88f3a-1c80-412d-b969-8b2e13cf82d0 02 Invitation to Tender - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/add01f59-c3aa-408b-a9a9-6595e8c2c919 04 Appendix A - Statement of Requirements - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0a61573b-cf96-4a71-9cf0-701ad7363329 05 Appendix B - Response Guidance - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dfffc274-0846-4b9c-9c74-e6de8a745718 07 Appendic C - Pricing Schedule - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7ce85228-8954-4a35-a559-56d6f0c61531 06 Indicative Procurement Timetable - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/general-conditions-of-contract-for-services DfT General Conditions of Contract for Services below PS5 million - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/47547e9a-c743-4e1b-bd2f-41338f3a91ee ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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