Tender

A001 - Framework Agreement for the provision of Legionella and Water Hygiene Management and Control Services

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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TenderAmendment

14 May 2020 at 15:22

Tender

17 Apr 2020 at 15:35

Summary of the contracting process

Birmingham City Council is in the process of establishing a Framework Agreement for Legionella and Water Hygiene Management and Control Services, designed to enhance its operations within the West Midlands and Birmingham area. This tender, identified as A001, is currently in the active planning stage and will span a duration of four years, commencing on 20th September 2020 and concluding on 19th September 2024. The framework will be divided into two lots: Lot 1 for Risk Assessment and Consultancy Services, and Lot 2 for Control and Maintenance Services. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 12:00 noon on 26th May 2020, and the procurement method follows an open procedure, ensuring transparency and broad participation in the contracting process.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those providing water hygiene and consultancy services. Companies specialising in Legionella risk assessment, water management, or technical testing will find this framework particularly suited to their expertise. The structure allows for one supplier to be appointed for Lot 1 and up to three suppliers for Lot 2, creating a competitive field for those who meet the tender requirements. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this procurement is designed to be accessible while ensuring high standards of service delivery in water hygiene across the region.

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Notice Title

A001 - Framework Agreement for the provision of Legionella and Water Hygiene Management and Control Services

Notice Description

Acivico Limited wishes to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of Legionella and Water Hygiene management and control services. The framework will be available for use by Acivico Limited in order to support its operations within the West Midlands and Birmingham Area. The Framework Agreement will last for 4 years. The framework agreement will be split into 2 Lots as follows: o Lot 1 - Legionella and Water Hygiene Risk Assessment, Review, Audit and Consultancy Services o Lot 2 - Legionella and Water Hygiene Control and Maintenance Services The framework agreement will be awarded to one supplier for Lot 1 and up to 3 suppliers for Lot 2. Lot 2 will then be split in to two call-off contracts covering Non-Housing and Housing and awarded in line with the direct call off / further competition procedures as described in the framework agreement. Suppliers can tender for one or both lots but can only be appointed to one Lot. Please note TUPE will apply to this contract and all tendered rates will be deemed to have taken account of the TUPE information provided. The TUPE information will be released to you upon receipt of a signed copy of Appendix 3 - A001 TUPE Confidentiality Agreement. You are advised to fill this in as soon as possible on receipt and return via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc via the correspondence function. Successful tenderers appointed to the framework are not guaranteed any works unless and until a call-off contract is awarded in accordance with framework procedures for call-off. However the intention will be to directly award a call-off contract for the Lot 1 services to the successful Lot 1 Supplier. In the case of Lot 2, up to 3 Suppliers will be appointed to the Framework but only two call-off contracts will be awarded split between the Non-Housing and Housing service requirements. These will be awarded in accordance with the procedures for direct award or further competition set out in the framework agreement. 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 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 either email us at: cps@birmingham.gov.uk or call CPS Helpdesk on 0121 464 8000. Your completed tender submission should be returned by 12:00 noon on 26th May 2020 via the 'In-tend' system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc Additional information: If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access Birmingham City Council's tender Portal. Delivery Notes Birmingham Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/835915d0-68f5-4d2e-925a-b197c7479785
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

71632000 - Technical testing services

71800000 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste consultancy

90713100 - Consulting services for water-supply and waste-water other than for construction

90733000 - Services related to water pollution

90733100 - Surface water pollution monitoring or control services

90733200 - Surface water pollution rehabilitation services

90733300 - Surface water pollution protection services

90733400 - Surface water treatment services

90733600 - Transboundary water pollution management or control services

90733700 - Groundwater pollution monitoring or control services

90733900 - Groundwater pollution treatment or rehabilitation

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 May 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Sep 2020 - 19 Sep 2024 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B2 2ZH
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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