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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

Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) is initiating a procurement process for the fulfilment of merchandise sales via an online store, titled "MET POLICE__COUPA EVENT #360_Prior Information Notice (PIN) Merchandise and Online Shop". This opportunity falls under the goods category, specifically in the toys industry, and is based in London, UK. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a validity period for expressions of interest until 30th November 2021 at 5pm (BST). An engagement event for suppliers will take place on 10th November 2021, providing potential bidders with insights and information regarding the requirements for the contract.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those experienced in e-commerce, web design, and merchandise fulfilment. Suppliers who can provide professional web design, warehouse capabilities, and order fulfilment services are encouraged to participate. Additionally, businesses specialising in marketing, product development, and eco-friendly solutions could enhance their competitiveness in this tender. The MPS is especially keen to hear from London-based companies that can contribute innovative ideas to expand their merchandise offerings and improve sales performance.

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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).

Lot Information

Lot 1

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). Additional information: PIN validity period until 30th November 2021 @ 5pm (BST). This means the PIN will remain open and live until 30th November 2021 @ 5pm (BST) (BST). There after (unless otherwise extended) the PIN will expire. No new suppliers will be permitted to express an interest to the PIN after the PIN validity period has expired. Those suppliers who have expressed an interest to the PIN (before the expiry date) will remain in the PIN engagements and subsequent future updates by the MPS post 30th November. The MPS may at its sole discretion extend/ amend/update/ delete/ cancel any elements of the PIN and associated documents and/ or in its entirety without liability to the MPS what so ever. There may be a time lag between the two notifications, the PIN notification being published on Coupa (Event 360) and the notification being published on Find A Tender notice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02f0ad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026944-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£1
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
10 Jan 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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
N/A
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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