Tender

Framework Agreement for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment.

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Aug 2024 at 09:39

Summary of the contracting process

Hampshire County Council is seeking qualified firms to tender for the inspection, testing, and supply of portable fire equipment under a framework agreement. This procurement, open to suitably experienced organisations, falls under the "Repair and maintenance services" industry category. Geographically, the contract will be serviced in the South East region of the United Kingdom. Currently at the tender stage, the process was initiated on 16th August 2024, with the deadline for submissions being 14:00 on 17th September 2024. The contract is scheduled to commence on 17th January 2025 and will last four years.

This framework agreement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fire safety equipment and services to expand their market presence by securing a long-term public sector contract. SMEs are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria. Companies benefiting from participating in this tender should have robust capabilities in the provision and maintenance of fire safety solutions and demonstrate their ability to meet the high standards required by the council. The open procedure procurement method ensures that any business that meets the qualification criteria can apply, providing a level playing field for all interested suppliers.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment.

Notice Description

Hampshire County Council invites applications from suitably experienced organisations who wish to be considered to tender for the Inspection, Testing and Supply of Portable Fire Equipment. The Framework will commence on 17th January 2025 and will be for a period of 4 years. Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire, and complete and submit the tender return document together with any supporting information requested by 14:00hrs on Tuesday 17th September 2024. How to obtain the Tender Documents The Tender documents can be accessed when logged into In-Tend by selecting 'View Details' on the relevant tender advert and clicking the 'Express Interest' tab. Once in the tender there are five tabs - 'Tender', 'ITT - documents', 'Correspondence', 'Clarifications' and 'History'. Select the 2nd tab (ITT - documents) where you will find useful information under 'Tender Details' continue to scroll down to the heading 'Tender Documents Received' where you will be able to view / download the documents. Please download all the documents and read very carefully. Opting In and Opting Out Please note you are required to 'Opt In' before you can access the 'My tender Return' to start populating your response. PLEASE NOTE you are required to 'Opt In' to view & complete the 2 Questionnaires for this project. The 'Opt Out' functionality will also be available throughout the duration of the tender process. Opting out will give you the option of declaring you no longer want to receive any further communication in relation to this tender along with the opportunity of providing comments and feedback for this decision. You can choose to 'Opt In' at any time during the tender process if you initially decided to 'Opt Out'. Further Guidance In addition, guidance on how to participate in a tender - download and upload documents / returns and if required, register your company (free of charge), can be found on the In-tend site under the 'Help' or 'Information for Suppliers' buttons. Receiving Notification Emails To ensure you receive email alerts and notifications from our system, please add the email domain '@in-tendorganiser.co.uk' to your Safe Senders list. Additional information: Interested parties should register their interest in the project via the In-Tend website https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire. Guidance on how to participate in a tender - download and upload documents / returns and if required, register your company (free of charge), can be found on the In-tend site under the 'Help' or 'Information for Suppliers' buttons. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7a7993ac-ca62-43d2-b2ef-cf4a9279930a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98ca94d2-6aa0-481d-ac33-7dacf433ed41
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Jan 2025 - 16 Jan 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Strategic Procurement (Main)
Contact Email
strategic.procurement@hants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
0370 779 1100

Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
SO23 9NR
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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