Planning

Multifunctional Devices (MFD's), Print and Digital Workflow Software Services and Managed Print Service Provision

CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE

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Planning

23 Nov 2023 at 16:37

Planning

16 Nov 2023 at 15:24

Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Commercial Service is planning a public procurement process titled "Multifunctional Devices (MFD's), Print and Digital Workflow Software Services and Managed Print Service Provision" in the industry category of Office machinery, equipment and supplies. The procurement stage is in the planning phase, with an estimated future notice date of 1st December 2024. The process aims to establish a collaborative agreement for the provision of services to various UK public sector bodies. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the contract period is set to run from 13th September 2025 to 12th September 2029.

This tender for Multifunctional Devices and related services presents an opportunity for businesses in the office equipment, software services, and consultancy sectors to engage with the Central Government Departments and other public sector entities in the UK. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to participate. Interested participants must be Cyber Essentials certified and capable of providing the required services in alignment with the procurement terms. The prospective suppliers need to register using a valid DUNS number before engaging in the procurement process.

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Notice Title

Multifunctional Devices (MFD's), Print and Digital Workflow Software Services and Managed Print Service Provision

Notice Description

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) as the Authority intends to put in place a Pan Government Collaborative Agreement for the provision of Multifunctional Devices (MFDs), Print, Digital and Cloud Software Services to be utilised by Central Government Departments and all other UK Public Sector Bodies, including Local Authorities, Health, Police, Fire and Rescue, Education establishments (including schools, colleges and other educational establishments), Charities and third sector and Devolved Administrations. It is intended that this commercial agreement will be the recommended vehicle for all Multifunctional Devices (MFDs), Print, Digital and Cloud Software Services required by UK Central Government Departments. CCS will be partnering with YPO and ESPO to put this agreement in place. The lotting structure of this framework is indicative at this time and will be finalised as a result of the market engagement. The duration of the Framework Agreement if four (4) years with the option to enable customer to let a call-off agreement that may extend beyond the life of the Framework Agreement. Further information regarding supplier engagement is included in the Additional Information section VI.3. Additional information: This Prior Information Notice is to signal an intention to commence market engagement with those within the Multifunctional device (MFD) market. Please refer to the attachments area for the full details on the market engagement for this procurement. This prior information notice replaces the previous PIN issued on the 16/11/2023 https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033968-2023 Please also note that a new PIN will be issued shortly with the link to the Upcoming Deals on the CCS website. Crown Commercial Service (CCS) will use an eSourcing system for this competition and reserves the right to use an electronic auction. The eSourcing system we will use is https://crowncommercialservice.bravosolution.co.uk. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. The value in II.1.5 is an indicative value over 4 years. The date in II.3) is the estimated date of publication. CCS will publish an update PIN shortly providing access to the CCS website page listing upcoming deals and updates and monitor Find A Tender Service for the publication of the contract notice. The Cyber Essentials scheme is mandatory for Central Government Contracts which involve handling personal information and providing certain ICT products and services. The Government is taking steps to further reduce the levels of cyber security risk in its supply chain through the Cyber Essentials scheme. The scheme defines a set of controls which, when properly implemented, will provide organisations with basic protection from the most prevalent forms of threat coming from the internet. To participate in this procurement, bidders will be required to demonstrate that they are Cyber Essentials certified for the services under and in connection with the procurement. Please note that the Carbon Net Zero Team cannot advise on CRP compliance to bidders in a live procurement. For further guidance on 'producing your carbon reduction plan' please follow this link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ppn-0621-carbon-reduction-plan-creation-and-training-tickets-224041864247

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fdc2474-1f78-420b-8db7-9be6340ecb7b
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

48 - Software package and information systems

50 - Repair and maintenance services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

30100000 - Office machinery, equipment and supplies except computers, printers and furniture

30232100 - Printers and plotters

30232130 - Colour graphics printers

48000000 - Software package and information systems

50300000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to personal computers, office equipment, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment

72212311 - Document management software development services

72212772 - Print utility software development services

72212780 - System, storage and content management software development services

72212782 - Storage management software development services

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

72512000 - Document management services

72513000 - Office automation services

79212000 - Auditing services

79311000 - Survey services

79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services

79520000 - Reprographic services

79800000 - Printing and related services

79995000 - Library management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Nov 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Sep 2025 - 12 Sep 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 9PP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
City Centre North
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

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