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Supplies of Personal Protective Equipment

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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28 May 2020 at 08:03

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Summary of the contracting process

Norfolk County Council conducted a tender for the urgent supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), thermometers, disinfectants, and sanitation supplies to address the Covid-19 emergency. This procurement process, classified under goods, concluded with the award on 31 March 2020, and the contract period was from 31 March 2020 to 5 May 2020. The procurement method used was an award without prior publication, carried out in compliance with regulation 32 2(c) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The total contract value was approximately £450,990.95 and the supplies were delivered to locations across the East of England.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of medical and hygiene products, particularly those that can swiftly deliver essential items in a crisis. Suppliers that are well-positioned to compete include those in the healthcare sector, especially small and medium-sized enterprises that can offer innovative solutions or fast track deliveries. Engaging with Norfolk County Council and similar public sector bodies can significantly enhance a company's market presence and contribute to growth in a challenging economic landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supplies of Personal Protective Equipment

Notice Description

Norfolk County Council required an urgent supply of personal protective equipment, thermometers, disinfectants and other sanitation supplies. Norfolk County Council has purchased these goods without prior publication in accordance with regulation 32 2(c) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015: (a) The goods were necessary personal protective equipment, thermometers and sanitation supplies required by staff of the Council and those working in the front line in Norfolk to protect themselves and others against Covid-19 in accordance with Public Health England guidance and; (b) The goods were required urgently to protect workers from infection and to prevent spread of Covid-19 in Norfolk and therefore the time limits for the open or restricted procedure or competitive procedures with negotiation could not be complied with and; (c) Covid-19 and therefore, the requirement for personal protective equipment, was an event unforeseeable by the Council

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c102339c-a190-43a7-bd03-5488283c5c76
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other - Award of a contract without prior publication of a call for competition in accordance with regulation 32 2(c) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

33141420 - Surgical gloves

33631600 - Antiseptics and disinfectants

33700000 - Personal care products

39830000 - Cleaning products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,990 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£450,990 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20205 years ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2020 - 5 May 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BUZZ SUPPLIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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