Planning

Analytical and Representational Services for Tariff Classification of Goods

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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Planning

12 Oct 2018 at 12:25

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for "Analytical and Representational Services for Tariff Classification of Goods". This tender falls under the industry category of technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services, with a particular focus on laboratory services. The procurement will take place in multiple regions across the United Kingdom including North East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, and London. Interested organisations must express their interest by 26th October 2018 to engage in this opportunity, with the invitation to tender anticipated to be released in April 2019.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in analytical services, particularly those with expertise in tariff classification and international trade procedures. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate technical capability in these areas are well-suited to participate. Engaging with HMRC not only allows businesses to contribute to important regulatory processes but can also enhance their visibility and credibility within the market. Interested suppliers should ensure they register on the HMRC SAP Ariba eSourcing portal to gain access to further information and potential collaboration opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Analytical and Representational Services for Tariff Classification of Goods

Notice Description

HM Revenue & Customs in conjunction with Border Force has an ongoing requirement for the provision of analytical and professional services to enable HMRC determine the correct tariff classification of imported goods based on ingredients, make up, chemical composition and function. The service provider will be required to understand the principles that govern the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Nomenclature to which classification decisions are based. The service provider will be required to represent HMRC by attending meetings with various worldwide organisations that are involved with analytical activities in connection with international trade and prepare feedback on the findings. The service provider will be required to understand court procedures, collate evidence, present and articulate expert evidence at court tribunals. HMRC is seeking to raise market awareness of the procurement and to assess the level of interest with the intention to engage with the interested organisations that have the technical capability to deliver on all the elements of the requirement. The objective of this early market engagement is to help shape and refine the draft service specification and pricing model and to further outline the service requirement to the prospective bidder. The early engagement period is expected to end with the release of an invitation to tender in April 2019. (This date may be subject to change) Please express your interest to Mark Lehmann, email: (mark.lehmann@hmrc.gsi.gov.uk) and register your details on HMRC SAP Ariba eSourcing portal. Upon receipt of your interest you will be invited to the Sourcing Event within the SAP Ariba Portal. This event contains further information regarding the supplier engagement. Closing date for the expression of interest to Mark Lehmann is 26th October 2018. Additional information: Guidance on how to register on SAP Ariba can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/528355/SAP_Ariba_Sourcing_Professional_Supplier_s_Guide_-_June_2016.pdf

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c5d8dd85-3f6c-4531-97f0-204dd2d4fe16
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/531259c6-8830-431a-9725-06ca04106e95
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
26 Oct 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M60 9LA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Ordsall
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

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