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Import & Export Services (1)

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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05 Jul 2022 at 13:31

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter is currently engaged in the procurement process for "Import & Export Services (1)", focusing on customs services for goods transport. This initiative falls within the cargo handling and storage services industry and is intended to be awarded following a completed tender period that ended on 19th March 2021. The contract is scheduled to commence on 5th April 2021 and has a maximum estimated value of £30,000, with a duration of one year and options for two additional one-year extensions. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing various suppliers to participate across diverse delivery locations, including the UK and Europe.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the logistics and customs brokerage sectors. Companies that specialise in cargo handling, freight transport, and related services would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the estimated contract value, smaller enterprises and SMEs can demonstrate their capabilities in providing tailored solutions, thereby potentially securing a long-term partnership with the University of Exeter and expanding their operational footprint.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Import & Export Services (1)

Notice Description

The University is seeking to appoint a customs agency to provide the full range of customs services for importing & exporting goods. The stated highest contract value is an estimate based on a maximum contract term of 3 years (including contract extensions). The true cost of the University's requirements isn't known; more information about historical expenditure is given in the tender document. The University is seeking to award a contract in April 2021. The contract term is 1 year from the start date with an option to extend twice for 1 year periods commencing from the anniversary of the original start date; subject to agreement of both parties.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ec66830-e7bd-417b-a0fa-ae9a9f2bfd24
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

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

CPV Codes

63100000 - Cargo handling and storage services

63521000 - Freight transport agency services

63523000 - Port and forwarding agency services

64100000 - Post and courier services

79223000 - Custom broker services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Oct 20214 years ago
Contract Period
16 Oct 2021 - 16 Oct 2022 6-12 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
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Kathy Duffie
Contact Email
k.a.hill@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1392725431

Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING (UK

Further Information

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