---
title: "Provision of Custom Fit Motorcycle Examiner Earplugs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0319ae"
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current_stage: "Tender"
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published: "2022-02-21"
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# Provision of Custom Fit Motorcycle Examiner Earplugs

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0319ae

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## Summary

The Department for Transport (DVSA) is currently conducting an open procurement process for the provision of custom-fitted motorcycle examiner earplugs. This tender, valued at £110,000, is categorised under protective gear and will serve 234 motorcycle examiners throughout the UK. The tender period is set to close on 23 March 2022, with the contract anticipated to commence on 14 May 2022 and run for two years, including options for a further two-year extension. Submissions may be made electronically via the specified platform.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in safety and protective equipment, particularly those with capabilities in custom fitting services. Companies that provide bespoke manufacturing or auditory protection solutions are particularly well-suited for this contract. By participating in this procurement process, businesses can expand their market presence and establish long-term relationships with a governmental authority focused on public safety and service delivery.

## Notice

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is seeking a supplier to provide custom-fitted earplugs to its motorcycle examiners.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The DVSA is seeking a supplier to provide custom-fitted earplugs to its 234 motorcycle examiners. This will include a fitting service where the supplier will visit the examiners throughout the UK to take an impression of the ear canals prior to delivering the custom-fitted earplugs. The contract duration will be 2-years with options for an additional 2-years.

Renewal: This contract may be extended by up to 24 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004882-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 May 2022 - 13 May 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £110,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

### Codes

- 18143000 - Protective gear

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2022 at 22:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004882-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/web/login.html
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/driver-and-vehicle-standards-agency

## Provenance

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