Planning

Supply, installation and maintenance of a Platform to support a range of functions including technology assisted living, telecare, telehealth, internet of things and lone working

SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

22 Sep 2021 at 16:30

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Sunderland City Council is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "Supply, installation and maintenance of a Platform to support a range of functions including technology assisted living, telecare, telehealth, internet of things and lone working." This procurement involves software packages and information systems, aimed at supporting various technological functions within the public sector. Key dates include the engagement end date of 11th October 2021, by which interested suppliers must submit their responses via the NEPO Portal. The project is based in Sunderland, England, and the authority is seeking insights into the capabilities and interests of potential suppliers prior to the formal procurement process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses focused on IT services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in software development, consulting, and support. Companies that specialise in innovative technology solutions, particularly in the realms of telehealth and internet of things, would find this opportunity particularly pertinent. Engaging early with Sunderland City Council during the planning phase may also enhance visibility and foster relationships that could translate into future collaboration when the procurement process formally commences.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply, installation and maintenance of a Platform to support a range of functions including technology assisted living, telecare, telehealth, internet of things and lone working

Notice Description

Scope of Requirements: Sunderland City Council (SCC) is considering appointing a supplier or a consortium of suppliers for the supply, installation and maintenance of a Platform to support a range of functions, including technology assisted living, telecare, telehealth, internet of things and lone working. An overview of the scope of requirements is outlined within the Pre-Procurement Market Testing Questionnaire. Pre-Procurement Market Testing Exercise: Prior to commencing a procurement process, SCC would like to establish whether a supplier or a consortium of suppliers are capable and interested in delivering the essential and desirable requirements of the platform. SCC is keen to obtain up-to-date insight from the market and is therefore undertaking a Pre-Procurement Market Testing exercise to explore business, technological and innovative solutions that are available. In addition, this will allow SCC to gauge the level of market interest. Please note: this Pre-Procurement Market Testing exercise is for information only and in no way forms part of any competitive procurement process. It is only to assess the reaction of the market, which may or may not lead to a procurement opportunity in the future. Written submissions will therefore not be evaluated, scored, or taken into assessment of tenders in any future process in any way. What to do next: The Pre-Procurement Market Testing Questionnaire is available to download from the NEPO Portal once you have registered and expressed an interest in this exercise. Details are as follows: Website: www.nepo.org Reference: DN571649 Instructions: Completed questionnaires must be submitted via the NEPO Portal only. Deadline: Completed questionnaires must be submitted before 12:00 noon on Monday 11th October 2021.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-545d3660-cee4-479b-922c-73cbf32cbb6a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/415f2c02-5b12-4af7-abdb-52503c3e8582
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

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

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Oct 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SUNDERLAND CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Virginia Ainsley
Contact Email
virginia.ainsley@sunderland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1915612438

Buyer Location

Locality
SUNDERLAND
Postcode
SR2 7SN
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Sunderland Central

Further Information

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