Tender

Supply of Mattresses for Border Force Cutters

HOME OFFICE

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Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 13:03

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office, as part of its Border Force Directorate, is seeking suppliers for the provision of mattresses for its fleet of sea-going patrol vessels. This procurement process, falling under the industry category of "Mattresses" (CPV code 39143112) with additional classification for mattress covers (CPV code 39512300), spans the regions of South East and South West, United Kingdom. Currently in the tender phase, the key timeline includes a clarification submission deadline on 6 March 2025, bid submission deadline on 14 March 2025, evaluation starting from 17 March 2025, with the contract awarded around 20 March 2025 and effective from 23 May 2025 to 25 May 2026. The procurement method is specified as a competitive quotation limited to below-threshold procurements.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing and supplying mattresses, particularly those capable of adhering to stringent quality and operational specifications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the furnishing and marine supply sectors are well-suited to compete, given the contract’s manageable 1-year duration and the use of the UK Government Short Form Terms and Conditions for Goods and Services. Bidders must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria and are prepared to fulfil the obligations detailed in the Statement of Requirements. The competitive quotation process ensures that the most capable and cost-effective suppliers will be selected, fostering a fair and transparent procurement environment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Mattresses for Border Force Cutters

Notice Description

Border Force (BF) is a Directorate of the Home Office. BF operate a fleet of five sea going patrol vessels, all cutters are equipped and certified to Maritime Coastguard Agency (MCA) MGN 280 Workboat Code of Practice, (HSVC) Category 2, for service in waters up to 60 nautical miles from a safe haven. The full package of works required is detailed in the attached Statement of Requirements (SoR) SUPPLY OF MATTRESSES FOR BORDER FORCE CUTTERS This opportunity will be let using the UK Government Short Form Terms and Conditions for Goods and Services (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-short-form-contract). The purpose of this notice is to make the SoR available to, and invite, potential suppliers to confirm they can fully meet the requirements. This contract will be awarded following evaluation of bids for the provision and maintenance of mattresses which meet the specification stated within the SOR. The contract is expected to run for 1 year. Interested parties must meet eligibility criteria and submit bids in accordance with the tender documents. Therefore, the following timeline for this contract only is as follows; 1. 1700hrs, 06 March 2025 - deadline for clarification submission to the Buyer. 2. 1700hrs, 14 March 2025 - deadline for submission of bidding tool and specified documents and acceptances. 3. From 17 March 2025 - evaluation/moderation. 4. (On or around) 20 March 2025 - contract award. 5. 23 May 2025 - Contract Start; and 6. 25 May 2026 - Contract End. The Buyer reserves the right to change or withdraw this opportunity, for any reason, at any point, prior to contract award. Bidders are invited to submit compliant bids by email to; MaritimeProcurement@homeoffice.gov.uk no later than 1700hrs, 14 March 2025 quoting the procurement reference in the email subject line.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d7ba87d0-e745-4659-a7a1-80b4f15f16af
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f0a04f9-2905-4956-87e8-aabb4dc45d04
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

39143112 - Mattresses

39512300 - Mattress covers

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 May 2025 - 25 May 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
maritimeprocurement@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

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