Tender

Invitation to Quote for the Provision of Orthotic Products - Fixed Walker Boots

TAUNTON AND SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Tender

30 Oct 2018 at 09:34

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Taunton and Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has issued an Invitation to Quote for the provision of orthotic products, specifically Fixed Walker Boots. This procurement is classified under the goods category, with an estimated value of £23,181. The tender process is currently at the competitive quotation stage, with the tender submission deadline set for 19 November 2018. The products will be delivered to the South West region of England. Interested suppliers are required to submit a sample product for evaluation before proceeding to the e-Auction phase, which will follow if multiple compliant bids are received.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the orthopaedic footwear sector to engage with the NHS and expand their market presence. Suppliers with expertise in manufacturing orthotic products and a good understanding of NHS procurement processes will be particularly well-suited for this competition. Engaging in this procurement can lead to further business opportunities within the healthcare sector, especially for those able to demonstrate quality and competitive pricing through the e-Auction process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Quote for the Provision of Orthotic Products - Fixed Walker Boots

Notice Description

Taunton and Somerset NHS Foundation Trust ("the Trust") is issuing this invitation to quote ("ITQ") for the provision of Fixed walker boots. The aim of this competition will be to standardise Orthotic devices across the Trust and ensuring best value for money. Suppliers must express an interest via the e-tendering portal (ProContract) as well as completing a short questionnaire which will provide the Trust with key company and product information. Suppliers who express an interest must submit a sample product for evaluation. The Trust will then evaluate your sample product and confirm shortly afterwards whether your product has met the minimum quality criteria Suppliers will then be asked to submit their maximum starting bid for the e-Auction. This must fall in line with the maximum price that will be set by the Trust If there are two or more interested and compliant suppliers following the stages above, the Trust will proceed with the e-Auction. Further information can be found within the ITQ Document, which can be found on the ProContract e-tendering portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-00ebac60-e1bb-4414-8d7f-8e36b62aff9f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54d1f709-4d63-4e1f-94c2-9e1c89d495b6
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

33141740 - Orthopaedic footwear

85111600 - Orthotic services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£23,181 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Dec 2018 - 5 Dec 2020 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TAUNTON AND SOMERSET NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Iain Copeland
Contact Email
iain.copeland@tst.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 5DA
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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