Scope
Reference
T280022731
Description
DVSA is looking to procure the services of a contractor to deliver Air Brake Training for approximately 210 delegates in total over an initial three year contract period.
DVSA enforcement Vehicle Examiners (VE) are required to conduct examinations of large goods vehicles and public services vehicles. These checks can be part of a roadside inspection, fleet inspection or post collision investigation.
To be able to conduct a full technical inspection the VE needs to have working knowledge of basic air brake systems as well as more advanced and current technology employed in large vehicle braking systems. VEs knowledge may be questioned by operators of commercial vehicles subjected to mechanical brake component and system prohibition notices.
Post Collision Examiners (PCE) need in-depth knowledge to allow investigations following vehicle collisions. PCEs are required to provide detailed written technical reports with supporting oral evidence to the Police. These reports are often subjected to close review by defence councils and industry experts.
Total value (estimated)
- £65,520 excluding VAT
- £78,624 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2028
- Possible extension to 31 August 2029
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
An option to extend the contract for twelve months.
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
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Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Participation
This procurement is reserved for
- UK suppliers
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs)
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
16 June 2025
Enquiry deadline
27 June 2025, 2:00pm
Tender submission deadline
11 July 2025, 2:00pm
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
Bids will be evaluated on a 60% Quality and 40% Price basis.
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PTMM-2614-YJDV
Berkeley House, Croydon Street
Bristol
BS5 0DA
United Kingdom
Email: commercialenquiries@dvsa.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/driver-and-vehicle-standards-agency
Region: UKK11 - Bristol, City of
Organisation type: Public authority - central government