---
title: "Update to Light Duty Cost and Performance Model"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064c04"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064c04.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT"
published: "2026-05-11"
---

# Update to Light Duty Cost and Performance Model

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064c04

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## Summary

The Department for Transport, situated at Great Minster House, London, is the buying organisation responsible for the public procurement titled "Update to Light Duty Cost and Performance Model". This procurement pertains to the industry category of services, focusing on the improvement of cost and performance models for cars and vans. The procurement process has progressed to the contract amendment stage as of 11th May 2026. Initially awarded to ERM on 9th February 2026 with a contract completion date set for 15th May 2026, the service will be delivered within the UK, showcasing a prior procurement stage of direct award, executed below the threshold without competition.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in automotive consulting or those with expertise in performance modelling and cost analysis. Given the nature of the procurement, it primarily aligns with large companies or entities capable of delivering comprehensive service solutions in accordance with public authority standards. The involvement of an experienced supplier like ERM highlights the need for proven capability and reliability, suggesting that firms aiming for business expansion through similar tenders should focus on building reputational credibility and a strong portfolio in public service offerings.

## Notice

An update and improvement of the Cost and Performance model for cars and vans, previously delivered and last updated in 2020. The outputs of the model are used consistently in the department and an updated evidence base on the cost and performance of cars and vans will ensure the accuracy and robustness of analysis across the department is maintained.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043038-2026 |
| Notice type | UK10 - Contract Change Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Feb 2026 - 15 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £39,950 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | 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 | ERM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98300000 - Miscellaneous services

## Release History

- 11 May 2026 at 13:16 - ContractAmendment - UK10 - Contract Change Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043038-2026
- 10 Feb 2026 at 10:39 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011694-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043038-2026
  11th May 2026 - Contract change notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011694-2026
  10th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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