Planning

Single Inspection Note Machines

BANK OF ENGLAND

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Planning

09 Jul 2021 at 13:05

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Bank of England is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the purchase of single inspection note machines, aimed at replacing existing machines at their Debden facility. Interested suppliers are invited to register on the Proactis e-sourcing portal by 15 July 2021 to participate in the early supplier engagement initiative. Key milestones include the deadline for clarification questions on 21 July 2021 and the deadline for submitting information by 2 August 2021. This procurement falls under the categories of printed matter and office equipment, with a primary focus on ensuring the efficient handling of currency.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in office and computing machinery, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that provide innovative solutions in this sector. Companies with expertise in security technology and business services related to equipment supply and consultancy would also find this tender appealing. Engaging with the Bank of England's procurement process could lead to long-term partnerships and an enhanced market presence in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Single Inspection Note Machines

Notice Description

The Bank of England (BoE) is looking to replace its existing inspection machines at the Bank's facility at Debden with new single note machines. The Request for Information documentation provides wider context of the Bank's operations and key information with respect to the Bank's requirements. The purpose of this early supplier engagement (ESE) is to request suppliers provide information and details to enable BoE to make informed decisions relating to a prospective tender. Following receipt of information from the ESE, BoE will develop an options appraisal and determine the optimal method of tendering for the new single note inspection machines. Additional information: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information, suppliers will need to access the information, suppliers are required to register on the Proactis e-sourcing portal via www.bankofenglandtenders.co.uk. Deadline for Proactis E-Sourcing Portal registration: 15 July 2021 Suppliers are required to provide the email address used to register to the Proactis e-sourcing portal to FM.Contracts@bankofengland.co.uk, by no later than 2pm, 15 July 2021 as this allows suppliers to be invited to the project and gain access to supporting documentation and information relating to this PIN. Indicative RFI timescale: Issue of Non Competitive Prior Information Notice (PIN): 9 July 2021 Deadline for confirmation and details of Proactis E-Sourcing Portal registration: 15 July 2021 Deadline for Clarification Questions: 2pm, 21 July 2021 Deadline for Return of Request for Information Supplier: 2pm, 2 August 2021

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-70db182c-4803-4b1e-815e-734ff4b97253
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d7eed72-04fa-4666-b384-1b70ae307f38
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

22 - Printed matter and related products

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

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

CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Aug 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
BANK OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2R 8AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Walbrook
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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