Planning

MET POLICE__COUPA EVENT #360_Prior Information Notice (PIN) Merchandise and Online Shop

METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE

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Planning

27 Oct 2021 at 14:49

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Police Service is in the planning stage of a public procurement process for the "MET POLICE__COUPA EVENT #360_Prior Information Notice (PIN) Merchandise and Online Shop" project, located in London, United Kingdom. This initiative aims to enhance the fulfilment of merchandise sales through an innovative online store, leveraging the organisation’s brand assets. Key engagement with suppliers is set to conclude on 30 November 2021, and a supplier engagement event will take place on 10 November 2021. The procurement falls under the CPV classification for stationery and encompasses additional categories such as toys and marketing services.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially those offering services in e-commerce, web design, warehousing, and fulfilment solutions. Companies with experience in developing user-friendly online shopping platforms, managing inventory, and executing effective marketing strategies would be particularly well-positioned to compete. The Metropolitan Police is especially interested in engaging with London-based suppliers that can provide innovative ideas to enhance product offerings and streamline operations for the online shop.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

MET POLICE__COUPA EVENT #360_Prior Information Notice (PIN) Merchandise and Online Shop

Notice Description

The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS)/Authority would like to alert suppliers to a potential opportunity to assist with the fulfilment of merchandise sales via an online store. The MPS is currently utilising it's brand assets (such as logos and insignia) to create a range of products for sale both internally and to the general public on the online 'New Scotland Yard Shop'. The store currently processes an average of 74 orders per month online averaging approximately PS28 per order (this does not include staff purchases paid via invoice). The majority of sales are of low priced small goods such as badges and mugs. We are looking to improve and expand, and hopefully see a significant increase in revenue. We will require a supplier who has potential to design a new website, warehouse the goods and fulfil all customer orders directly. We currently sell approximately 20 permanent items, with some additional limited edition products. Our intention is expand the current offering so we are looking for a supplier who can ideally assist with the development of innovative new ideas, either directly or through partner companies. Requirements are likely to include: - A professional standard of web design to produce a high quality public facing online store. Fulfilment may also be required for a simultaneous Amazon/eBay store. - Warehousing of approximately 5 pallets of goods initially, with potential for growth as we expand the product range. - Fulfilment of sales both from the public facing online store, and for internal staff purchases (possibly paying via invoice). - Additional assistance in other areas such as marketing, product development, or use of eco-friendly materials would be a bonus. The MPS would like to use this notice to let providers know that we are interested in hearing from them about their experiences in this area, and how their expertise could be applied to drive sales of MPS products. We are keen to know more about market standards, typical pricing structures and suppliers' capabilities. We are looking to speak to suppliers with a flexible approach who can help us shape the future of the MPS merchandise operation. We would be especially interested to hear from any London based companies. The MPS will be holding a supplier engagement event on Wednesday 10th November. More details will be available via the chat function on COUPA. Suppliers wishing to participate in this early market engagement exercise and view all/any associated documents are invited to register their interest via the following link https://supplier.coupahost.com/quotes/public_events?customer=metpolice (please copy and paste the link into your internet browser) The PIN engagement will be hosted on the eTendering platform, Coupa. The event reference is 360. Please search for the event reference (360) to ensure you express interest in the correct event (the PIN).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e02f1567-78d3-4ccb-b1ba-7eb4f444ce48
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ca9c348-514a-4064-9e04-08d17475e822
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

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

42 - Industrial machinery

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

CPV Codes

30192700 - Stationery

37520000 - Toys

42965100 - Warehouse management system

79342000 - Marketing services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Nov 2021Expired
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
METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE
Contact Name
Laura Wooders
Contact Email
laura.wooders@met.police.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW6 6LT
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI72 Brent
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Brent
Electoral Ward
Queens Park
Westminster Constituency
Queen's Park and Maida Vale

Further Information

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