Tender

NHS Business Services Authority - NHS Supply Chain Future Operating Model - Category Towers Procurement Services

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

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Tender

28 Dec 2016 at 17:35

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Business Services Authority, represented by the Department of Health, is initiating a procurement process titled "NHS Supply Chain Future Operating Model - Category Towers Procurement Services." This procurement falls within the industry category of procurement consultancy services and is focused on the provision of procurement services for defined Category Towers. The current phase is tender stage, with a tender period ending on 6th February 2017. The contracts will commence on 22nd December 2017, lasting for an initial period of 36 months, with possible extensions. The overall contract value is estimated at £190 million, while the minimum contract value stands at £100 million, and the procurement method employed is a restricted procedure.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth, especially for businesses specialising in procurement consultancy and supply chain services. Firms capable of managing large-scale contracts and familiar with the operational complexities of the NHS will be well-positioned to compete. Given the significant financial scope and structured contract periods, businesses can align their offerings to meet the specific requirements outlined in the Invitation to Compete. Additionally, participation in this procurement can enhance visibility among stakeholders in the health sector, paving the way for further contracts and engagements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

NHS Business Services Authority - NHS Supply Chain Future Operating Model - Category Towers Procurement Services

Notice Description

A current contract between the Authority and its incumbent provider (which trades as 'NHS Supply Chain')relating to the procurement and supply chain of goods in the NHS is due to expire on 30 September 2018.As part of the Future Operating Model the Authority is seeking to award ten (10) contracts for the provision of procurement services for each of the defined Category Towers. The procurement for these contracts will be conducted in two (2) Tranches, as detailed in the Invitation to Compete ("ITC"), a copy of which can be obtainedfrom the e-Sourcing Portal as described below or the Government Contracts Finder. Each contract will be for an initial thirty six month (36) period (excluding the implementation period) and maybe extended for up to two additional twelve (12) month periods, subject to meeting the relevant criteria set out in the contract. The total operative period of the contract, following implementation, shall not exceed sixty (60) months. Suppliers should note the contract start and end dates are different for the two tranches and therefore dates within the tender documents are the more accurate dates rather than the ones in this Contracts Finder notice. Additional information: The contracts resulting from this procurement will be executed by the NHS Business Services Authority ("the Authority"). This procurement is being run by the Department of Health on behalf of the Authority. The Authority is publishing the ITC and the draft contract through its e-Sourcing Portal with this notice. However, it reserves the right to reissue these documents with any refinements to the ITC at the commencement of the Award Phase (as defined in the ITC). Any questions regarding this notice must be sent to the Authority using the Clarification Question Submission This procurement exercise will be completed via the Department of Health's e-Sourcing Portal. Potential providers should visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-of-health/about/procurement to register on the e-Sourcing Portal and download instructions on how to respond to this opportunity. All final responses must be submitted using the e-Sourcing Portal. The e-Sourcing Portal reference number for this exercise is EOI60349 If you require assistance, please contact the Supplier Helpdesk on +44 1132545777 orsupplier.helpdesk@dh.gsi.gov.uk . This helpdesk is available from 10:00 to 16:00, Monday to Friday excluding Bank Holidays. This procurement exercise is being conducted in two Tranches as described in the ITC. Note the submission date in this notice relates to Tranche 1 Selection Phase - additional dates for Tranche 2 Selection Phase are available within the ITC. The Authority reserves the right to terminate the procurement process (or part of it), to change the basis of and the procedures for the procurement process at any time, or to procure the subject matter of the contract(s) by alternative means if it appears that it can be more advantageously procured by alternative means. The Authority may, at its sole discretion, modify the ITC (including any part of it) by amendments in writing, including extending the deadline for receipt of tender responses. Tenders and all supporting documentation for the contract must be priced in sterling and written in English. Any agreement entered into will be considered a contract made in England according to English law and will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. The costs of responding to the ITC and participation in the procurement will be borne by each applicant.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-76896e69-bd8b-4a24-a899-cf93de28489d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb24f6cd-8f3f-41a8-a117-372b2848a214
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79418000 - Procurement consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£190,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Dec 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Dec 2017 - 21 Dec 2020 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
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 6LH
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Southwark
Electoral Ward
St George's
Westminster Constituency
Bermondsey and Old Southwark

Further Information

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