Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c2f-6354-7323-80e0-f17fd25f0d37/tfl-scp-001779-engineering-quality-monitoring-eqm closed GB restricted procedure Suitable for SMEs # TfL\_SCP\_001779 Engineering Quality Monitoring (EQM) [Transport for London](https://tendernation.io/buyers/transport-for-london) Estimated value £2,000,000 Published 8 Jun 2018 Deadline Closed 25 Jun 2018 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender TfL has a requirement to provide an Engineering Quality Monitoring (EQM) provision which encompassesvehicle inspection for London Buses, Dial-a-Ride vehicles and rail replacement buses inclusive of servicerecords inspections and site examinations. EQM requires independent inspectors to carry out unannounced garage-based inspections of buses. The busesare fit for service but, for the duration of the inspection, are not needed in service. Scores will be assigned as a result of each inspection. These scores feed into performance monitoring of thebus operators' on TfL's network. The work needs to be carried out by inspectors who are fully trained holders of the relevant vehicle class IRTECInspection Technician License (bus and coach), and who are wholly independent of the relevant operatingcompanies. The inspectors must be fully conversant with relevant bus and Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)standards. This will ensure all bus operators are maintaining buses to the standard required by LBSL and areoperating in line with DVSA recommendations. To participate in this opportunity the supplier needs to be registered on Procontract. To register or to check if youare already registered log on to [procontract.due-north.com](https://procontract.due-north.com). It is important that suppliers read the instructions carefully on the home page before proceeding withregistration. To be considered for this opportunity the company must first complete the Supplier SelectionQuestionnaire Parts 1,2 and 3 as a condition of participation. A supplier guidance document is attached withinthe 'opportunity documents' section, this will give instructions to facilitate the submission. If you require anyfurther assistance please communicate with contact person in Section I.1 using the Procontract portal only. The procurement process used to tender this requirement will be the Negotiated Procedure. The requirementwill be tendered in accordance with the Utilities Contracts Regulations (2016). Read full description ## CPV classification Repair and maintenance services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/db2053fc-1666-41a1-b7b1-baac890c8072) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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