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HCC - 05/22 - Pre-Procurement Market Engagement (PPME) for the Provision of COVID 19 Outbreak Testing

HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - PUBLIC HEALTH

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13 May 2022 at 13:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The Hertfordshire County Council - Public Health is currently engaging in a Pre-Procurement Market Engagement (PPME) process for COVID-19 outbreak testing services. This initiative invites market input on the optimal packaging and scoping of future contract opportunities, with the aim to inform any potential procurement decision. The deadline for businesses to submit their responses is 12 noon on 27th May 2022. The procurement method indicated is an open procedure, categorised under health and social work services, taking place in Hertfordshire, UK.

This PPME represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in testing and health services. Smaller enterprises and firms proficient in health-related contracts may find this tender especially advantageous, as the process allows for feedback that could shape future contract specifications. Engaging in this phase may enhance visibility and positioning in upcoming procurement opportunities within the public health domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HCC - 05/22 - Pre-Procurement Market Engagement (PPME) for the Provision of COVID 19 Outbreak Testing

Notice Description

Hertfordshire County Council (the "Council") is carrying out Pre-Procurement Market Engagement ("PPME") for the provision of COVID 19 Outbreak Testing The Council is seeking input from the market as to what might be the most attractive way of packaging and scoping any future opportunity for contracts. This input will help inform any resultant procurement process. The Council will consider the feedback received to help inform the Council's options and further decision making. For the avoidance of doubt, this stage of the project is not part of a formal procurement process and the Council is not committing, at this stage, to carrying out such a process. Participation or non-participation in the PPME shall not prevent any supplier participating in a potential future procurement, nor is it intended that any information supplied as part of the PPME shall place any supplier at an advantage in a potential procurement process. Participation in the PPME will be at each organisation's own cost. No expense in responding to this PPME will be reimbursed by the Council. Further information can be found within the attached documentation. You are invited to submit a completed questionnaire by 12 noon on 27th May 2022 Please ignore the start and end date of the Contract as this has not be determined yet. Additional information: Hertfordshire County Council (the "Council") is carrying out Pre-Procurement Market Engagement ("PPME") for the provision of COVID 19 Outbreak Testing The Council is seeking input from the market as to what might be the most attractive way of packaging and scoping any future opportunity for contracts. This input will help inform any resultant procurement process. The Council will consider the feedback received to help inform the Council's options and further decision making. For the avoidance of doubt, this stage of the project is not part of a formal procurement process and the Council is not committing, at this stage, to carrying out such a process. Participation or non-participation in the PPME shall not prevent any supplier participating in a potential future procurement, nor is it intended that any information supplied as part of the PPME shall place any supplier at an advantage in a potential procurement process. Participation in the PPME will be at each organisation's own cost. No expense in responding to this PPME will be reimbursed by the Council. Further information can be found within the attached documentation. You are invited to submit a completed questionnaire by 12 noon on 27th May 2022 Please ignore the start and end date of the Contract as this has not be determined yet. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb3e4596-f945-4e92-b6cd-6ad2b85c9223
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85100000 - Health services

85140000 - Miscellaneous health services

85320000 - Social services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Aug 2022 - 8 Aug 2022 30 days
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
HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - PUBLIC HEALTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORDSHIRE
Postcode
SG13 8DE
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Hertford Castle
Westminster Constituency
Hertford and Stortford

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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