Tender

Single Party Framework Agreement for the provision of Smart Card Media for Merseytravel Commercial Cards

MERSEYTRAVEL

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Tender

03 Dec 2020 at 17:21

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Merseytravel authority has initiated a tender for a Single Party Framework Agreement concerning the provision of Smart Card Media for its Commercial Cards. This procurement falls within the information technology services industry category and seeks a qualified supplier capable of handling batched distribution and custom card issuance, compliant with the current ITSO specification. The tender period is set to conclude on 12th January 2021, with the contract anticipated to commence on 1st March 2021 and run for four years, concluding on 3rd February 2025. Interested parties should note that the total value of this contract is estimated at £1,000,000 and that the delivery addresses will be primarily within the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary/community sector organisations with the capability to meet technical specifications and previous experience in similar contracts. Suppliers with expertise in card management system integration and the ability to deliver flexible card volume solutions will find themselves well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this framework could enable businesses to establish lasting relationships with Merseytravel and tap into further contracts in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Single Party Framework Agreement for the provision of Smart Card Media for Merseytravel Commercial Cards

Notice Description

Single Party Framework Agreement for the provision of Smart Card Media for Merseytravel Commercial Cards A suitable supplier is sought to assist in the provision and issuance of Smart Card Media Devices (CMD's). * It is a mandatory requirement that the supplier is certified to the current ITSO specification and certified for CMD 7 * Merseytravel require batched distribution of anonymous commercial cards to a small number of UK address locations * The pre-printed cards will be printed front and reverse to Merseytravel specified Metro brand specifications * Merseytravel would also like the option to purchase blank card media * Merseytravel would also like the option to purchase bulk pre-loaded smart card, ticket types to be specified by Merseytravel at the time of placing the order. * The service provider will have a proven track record of HOPS and Card Management Service (CMS) integration with Merseytravel's current HOPS and CMS provider, Applied Card Technologies (ACT) * The supplier should have a proven track record of managing similar contracts * Merseytravel is looking to purchase CMD DesFire 4k and 8k * Flexibility around card volumes is to be expected The framework agreement will be for 4 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4971a032-1375-4369-9344-f2dd091fb79f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45b64600-22cc-490e-a5f6-c9df7c8549f0
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2021 - 3 Feb 2025 3-4 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
MERSEYTRAVEL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1BP
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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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