Award

Lone Working

SWALE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

21 Mar 2019 at 14:36

Award Notice
Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Swale Borough Council is currently engaged in a public procurement process aimed at establishing a lone worker solution under the title "Lone Working." This procurement is classified under the safety equipment industry category, with a specific focus on services. The contract is set to commence on 1 August 2016 and will expire on 31 July 2019, although there is potential for a 2-year extension. The deadline for submitting Expressions of Interest and Invitations to Tender is 24 June 2016, with evaluations based on a 60/40 split of price to quality. Interested suppliers must submit their bids via the Kent Business portal.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in safety equipment, health and safety services, or technology solutions compatible with mobile devices. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations are encouraged to participate, as they may provide innovative and cost-effective solutions. Companies that can deliver a lone worker system capable of supporting approximately 140 users, especially those with products that leverage mobile technology, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Lone Working

Notice Description

Swale Borough Council is inviting Expressions of Interest to tender for the provision of a lone worker solution. The contract will involve the provision of a lone worker system for approximately 140 lone workers and up to 90 simultaneously at any given time. It is preferred for the system to function using mobile phone technology, for example telephony or a smartphone app. The contract will commence on 01 August 2016 and terminate on 31 July 2019. The Council may extend this opportunity for a further 2 years. The tenderer/s who submit the Most Economically Advantageous Tender, (MEAT) will be awarded the contract. The Contract will be awarded on a 60/40, price to quality split. Of the 40 points allocated to quality, 30 will be used to evaluate all submissions. Submissions will then be ranked and between 3 and 6 contractors will be invited to demonstrate their product. The final 10 points will be reserved to evaluate those tenderers who are successfully shortlisted to demonstrate their product. Those tenderers shortlisted will be asked to demonstrate their system at a given time slot on 19th July 2016. Tenderers will be notified by 12th July 2016, if they have been shortlisted. Expressions of Interest and Invitation to Tender (ITT) must be submitted / uploaded on the Kent Business portal. The closing date for submissions of Expressions of Interest and the closing date for the ITT will be Friday, 24 June 2016 at 12:00 AM Additional information: Instructions to Suppliers: You must register and express your interest on the Kent Business Portal for this opportunity. Your tender submission and any supporting information for your bid must be uploaded prior to the closing date

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ad474f40-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09880999-1199-4a74-80bf-0904181de0f5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

35113000 - Safety equipment

71317200 - Health and safety services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£27,813 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£27,813 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Mar 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jul 20169 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2016 - 31 Jul 2019 2-3 years
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
SWALE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SITTINGBOURNE
Postcode
ME10 3HT
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Swale
Electoral Ward
Roman
Westminster Constituency
Sittingbourne and Sheppey

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SKYGUARD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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