---
title: "Hackney Carriage & Private Hire Vehicle Examination Framework."
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0594ab"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-09-05"
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# Hackney Carriage & Private Hire Vehicle Examination Framework.

Buyer: BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0594ab

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## Summary

Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking tenders for a framework to conduct Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Vehicle Examinations. This open procedure, governed by the Procurement Act 2023, is a Closed Framework Agreement under which up to six DVSA Accredited Contractors will be appointed. The contract, valued at £300,000, focuses on services related to vehicle examination, set to commence on 10 January 2026 for an initial period of two years, with an extension option. Interested parties should note that the tender stage is currently active, with a deadline for submissions by 6 October 2025 at 16:00. The procurement is open to GMCA Authorities and aims to cover services within the UKD3 region.

This tender offers significant opportunities for DVSA Accredited Providers within the automotive inspection industry, especially those situated in or near Bolton. Businesses capable of conducting vehicle inspections, meeting the criteria for service delivery within the borough, and maintaining a high standard of operation are encouraged to compete. As the selection criteria include factors such as quality, price, and social value, businesses that demonstrate robust compliance and service capabilities stand a strong chance of leveraging this framework to enhance their portfolio and clientele. SMEs focusing on automotive and vehicle-related services can particularly benefit from participating in this procurement process.

## 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/054149-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BOLTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| 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

- 50100000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services of vehicles and related equipment

## Release History

- 5 Sep 2025 at 09:03 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054149-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054149-2025
  5th September 2025 - Tender 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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