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P0439_2024 - Framework Agreement for the Provision of Enforcement Agency Services for Unauthorised Encampments - AWARD

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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29 Nov 2024 at 09:34

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Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham City Council has completed the award stage for the Framework Agreement for the Provision of Enforcement Agency Services for Unauthorised Encampments. The contract, valued at £720,000 and classified under the Environmental Services industry category, will be held by Enforcement Bailiffs Ltd and Equita. The four-year contract period begins on 1st September 2024 and will end on 31st August 2028. Services will be delivered in the West Midlands region, with the procurement process managed through an open procedure, using the council's e-tendering system in-tend. The deadline for tender submissions was 17th June 2024 at noon.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in environmental protection and safety services, particularly those capable of handling the complexities of unauthorised encampments and evictions. SMEs are encouraged to participate, enabling them to secure long-term contracts and enhance their service portfolios. Companies that can efficiently manage site visits, serve legal documents, and oversee evictions will be well-suited to compete for this contract and benefit from steady work over the next four years.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

P0439_2024 - Framework Agreement for the Provision of Enforcement Agency Services for Unauthorised Encampments - AWARD

Notice Description

The Council wishes to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of Enforcement Agency Services for Unauthorised Encampments There is a requirement to: o Conduct the initial site visit to the unauthorised encampment (UE) with the intention of determining the number of occupiers, who they are (family names) and any other relevant details, conducting a Welfare Needs Assessment on the occupiers (with regards to medical and schooling needs), reporting back to the Council and completing relevant paperwork. o Serving of relevant documents / legal papers on the members of the UE to direct their departure from the land - this may be common law notices or notices under statute, or Court orders. This will normally take place on the same day as the initial site visit. o Undertaking a contact visit to the UE occupiers as required by the Council. o Supervise, direct and progress the eviction should a formal eviction be necessary. This is effectively a formal eviction under common law or statute or Court Order and may require vehicle(s) to tow caravans, etc. from the site to a nearby road. All evictions are undertaken with WMP present to ensure there is no breach of the peace. o Obtaining relevant information to enable identification of members of the encampment to enable the Council to take further legal action where appropriate. Relevant information may include Vehicle Registration Mark (VRM) details, descriptions in witness statements and images from body-worn camera footage. o To provide for the removal of unauthorised encampments from Council land in line with the joint protocol between Birmingham City Council and West Midlands Police The Framework Agreement will be awarded up to 3 supplier(s) The Framework Agreement will last for 4 years (unless terminated under agreement provisions) commencing 1st September 2024. The Council will be using its free to use e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and potential suppliers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. If you wish to express an interest in this opportunity please click on the following link to access https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register. You will then be sent details on how to log on which will enable you to download all relevant Invitation to Tender (ITT) documentation. If you are unable to register with In-tend or have any questions or problems on how to use this web site please email us at etendering@birmingham.gov.uk Your completed tender submission should be returned by Noon on 17th June 2024 via the 'in-tend' system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b9a92af7-70eb-4cf4-b4be-f6c120ed6a99
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39c2c271-2aa2-4e1e-9350-a6c16a55fe5d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90700000 - Environmental services

90710000 - Environmental management

90714500 - Environmental quality control services

90714600 - Environmental security control services

90720000 - Environmental protection

90721000 - Environmental safety services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£720,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2028 4-5 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
BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B4 7WB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

ENFORCEMENT BAILIFFS

EQUITA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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