Calibration, Repair and Maintenance of Vehicle Test Equipment for UK MOD
Babcock DSG Ltd · Awarded contract
AwardedCalibration, Repair and Maintenance of Vehicle Test Equipment for UK MOD
Awarded 12 Dec 2017
Awarded12 Dec 2017
Value£4,575,000.00
SupplierV L Test Systems Ltd
AgencyBabcock DSG Ltd
RegionWest Midlands
CategoryManufacturing & Industrial
Ended 5y 11mo ago3y term
Awarded 12 Dec 2017Expired 11 Dec 2020
About
Babcock DSG Ltd awarded a contract to V L Test Systems Ltd for the calibration, repair and maintenance of Van Leeuwen Test Systems fixed Roller Brake Testers (RBT), Headlamp Beam Testers (HBT) and Wheel Play Detectors (WPD) at UK and overseas vehicle test facilities, including in-theatre locations.
The scope also covers removal, refurbishment and re-installation of machines, maintenance of the VOSA database of vehicle DfT test codes, training for MOD staff, and the purchase of HBTs and WPDs when required.
The contract value is £4,575,000.
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