---
title: "COV - CVLR Pedestrian Protection Model"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069bd3"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "COVENTRY CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-19"
---

# COV - CVLR Pedestrian Protection Model

Buyer: COVENTRY CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069bd3

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## Summary

Coventry City Council has successfully concluded the procurement process for the "COV - CVLR Pedestrian Protection Model," focusing on developing technical services for pedestrian protection in the Very Light Rail prototype vehicle design. The buying organisation, Coventry City Council, is located in Coventry, United Kingdom (region UKG33) and operates as a sub-central public authority. This process was conducted using a direct procurement method below the threshold without competition and has reached the award stage with the contract being active as of 19th May 2026. The awarded contract, valued at £43,500 gross, will commence on 29th May 2026 and conclude on 31st August 2026. The primary procurement category is services, specifically in research and development consultancy.

This tender presents significant business opportunities, especially for SMEs in the research and experimental development sector. The awarded supplier, CU Services Ltd, also based in Coventry, exemplifies the type of business well-suited for this procurement. Companies with capabilities in research services, particularly those developing innovative solutions in transport safety and vehicle design, stand to benefit. Engaging in such government contracts can enhance a company’s portfolio, strengthen ties with public authorities, and stimulate growth through high-profile projects.

## Notice

The provision of technical services to model pedestrian protection within the Very Light Rail (VLR) protype vehicle design.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045725-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 May 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,250 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COVENTRY CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV1 5RR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CU SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73100000 - Research and experimental development services
- 73110000 - Research services
- 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

## Release History

- 19 May 2026 at 12:26 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045725-2026
- 19 May 2026 at 12:17 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045720-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045725-2026
  19th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045720-2026
  19th May 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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