---
title: "Hackney Carriage & Private Hire Vehicle Examination Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056489"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-09-05"
---

# Hackney Carriage & Private Hire Vehicle Examination Framework

Buyer: BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056489

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## Summary

Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council is actively seeking tenders for its "Hackney Carriage & Private Hire Vehicle Examination Framework" amidst a procurement process underpinned by the Procurement Act 2023. This initiative is targeted within the services industry category and is based in the United Kingdom, specifically within Bolton. The procurement is in the tender stage following an open competition method, and it seeks up to six DVSA Accredited Contractors to be part of a Closed Framework Agreement for providing examination services on hackney carriage and private hire vehicles. Key dates include the closure of the tender period on 6 October 2025, with the framework planned to commence on 10 January 2026, lasting for two years with an optional extension for an additional two years. The procurement's planned value is estimated at £300,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the vehicle testing and maintenance sector, especially those who are DVSA Accredited Contractors. It is particularly attractive for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of fulfilling the requirement of conducting comprehensive vehicle tests within Bolton. By participating, successful contractors can expand their operations and establish a steady revenue stream by being selected for various testing assignments over the framework's duration. The framework provides participatory advantages without the need for reopening competition, thus allowing direct award from vehicle proprietors to approved test stations, benefiting businesses aiming for consistency and growth in their service provision.

## Notice

Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council ("the Authority") is prepared to receive tenders for their Hackney Carriage & Private Hire Vehicle Examination Framework. This procurement exercise is being run as a Closed Framework Agreement under the Procurement Act 2023. The Authority will appoint up to six DVSA Accredited Contractors (the "Providers") to carry out the HCV/ PHV tests on the Framework Agreement. The proprietors of the vehicles (the "Vehicle Proprietor"), shall make the decision as to which approved test station they wish to go to. The Framework will start on 10 January 2026 for two years, with the option to extend for a further 2 years.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: A break clause after two years allows the Council to review the providers and opt to extend for a further two years, but only if the providers continue to meet the contractual requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054139-2025 |
| Notice type | UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Jan 2026 - 9 Jan 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | £300,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| Locality | BOLTON |
| Post town | Bolton |
| Postcode | BL1 1RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD36 Greater Manchester North West |
| Local authority | Bolton |
| Electoral ward | Queens Park & Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bolton North East |
| Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50412000 - Repair and maintenance services of testing apparatus
- 50413000 - Repair and maintenance services of checking apparatus

## Release History

- 5 Sep 2025 at 08:51 - TenderCancellation - UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054139-2025
- 4 Sep 2025 at 15:39 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054071-2025
- 23 Jul 2025 at 11:29 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042337-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054139-2025
  5th September 2025 - Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054071-2025
  4th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042337-2025
  23rd July 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=0ec2f651-a489-f011-813a-005056b64545&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21
  Link to advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bolton.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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