---
title: "Gantry mounted smart tacho antennae"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065ca4"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY"
published: "2026-02-26"
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# Gantry mounted smart tacho antennae

Buyer: DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065ca4

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## Summary

The procurement process was conducted by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, a central government public authority based in Bristol, UK. The procurement concerned a project titled "Gantry mounted smart tacho antennae," aimed at developing a proof-of-concept solution near Doxey Enforcement site. This initiative is intended to address connectivity and range issues related to Dedicated Short-Range Communications equipment. The procurement, categorised within the goods industry, utilised the direct method below the threshold, avoiding competitive procedures. Key dates include the contract signing on 13th February 2026, with the contract active from 16th February 2026 to 31st March 2027. RONTOM AUTOMOTIVE LTD was awarded the contract on 26th February 2026.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in automotive and electronic equipment capable of enhancing short-range communication systems. The potential impact on business growth is significant for companies equipped with expertise in tachometric technology innovation. Large-scale enterprises, especially those familiar with public sector procurement processes, may find competition advantageous given the direct procurement method used and the specific technological requirements outlined. Businesses interested in expanding their operations within the regulatory frameworks of the transport and logistics sectors can benefit from engaging with such public procurements and contribute to solutions that enhance enforcement measures and operational efficiencies.

## Notice

proof-of-concept near Doxey Enforcement site for a gantry mounted antennae which will enable us to address issues around connection and range of scan for Dedicated Short-Range Communications (DSRC) equipment as well as connection and battery issues.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017127-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £11,500 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS5 0DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Lawrence Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RONTOM AUTOMOTIVE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38561110 - Tachometers

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2026 at 06:50 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017127-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017127-2026
  26th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/dvsa
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.rontom.co.uk/

## Provenance

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