Award

FMM-21-016 Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services for the Education Authority

EDUCATION AUTHORITY

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Award

15 Apr 2022 at 15:37

Summary of the contracting process

The Education Authority (EA) of Northern Ireland has completed a procurement process for the "Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services" under the title FMM-21-016. This service contract was established for an initial period of 24 months, with the potential for two extensions of 12 months each. Classified under the CPV code for "hire of goods-transport vehicles with driver", the contract encompasses services across multiple sites throughout Northern Ireland, covering primary and post-primary schools, as well as various educational institutions. The procurement method used was a limited procedure, with the award communicated to tenderers after a standstill period, ensuring compliance with the procurement regulations. Key dates include the award announcements made on 23 March 2022.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the logistics and transportation sectors, particularly those with expertise in educational service delivery. Suppliers capable of providing reliable transport services, along with those focusing on social value outcomes, will be well positioned to compete for future opportunities. Businesses that have experience with similar contracts, especially those that can demonstrate sustainable practices and a commitment to social inclusion as mandated by the EA, will find this an advantageous tender to engage with as the contract includes specific social considerations and performance monitoring requirements.

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Notice Title

FMM-21-016 Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services for the Education Authority

Notice Description

FMM-21-016 Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services for the Education Authority for an initial period of 24 months with the option to extend for 2 further periods of 12 months

Lot Information

Lot 1 South west

FMM-21-016 Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services for the Education Authority for an initial period of 24 months with the option to extend for 2 further periods of 12 months. Additional information: This Contract will be established on behalf of EA, Primary and Post Primary schools under the control of the EA, Catholic Maintained Schools, Independent Schools in NI, Irish Medium Schools in NI, both Controlled and Voluntary Grammar Schools, Nursery School for NI (both controlled and Catholic Maintained), school meals kitchens on-site at all of these schools, and Controlled Youth Centres https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/services/schools-plus. Due to the independent nature of these bodies and schools within Northern Ireland, there is no obligation to become party to the Collection, Delivery Transfer and Disposal Services Contract if a value for money solution can be achieved through an alternative contract. The value shown in II.2.6) is the highest value estimate on the basis of a two year contract with the option to extend the contract for two further periods of 12 months as detailed in document FMM-21-016 Commercial Conditions of Contract. There is no commitment as to the usage, volume, or value of products required under this Contract.

Options: Extension options: This Contract has the option to extend for two further periods of 12 months as outlined in document FMM-21-016 Commercial Conditions of Contract.

Lot 2 North

FMM-21-016 Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services for the Education Authority for an initial period of 24 months with the option to extend for 2 further periods of 12 months. Additional information: This Contract will be established on behalf of EA, Primary and Post Primary schools under the control of the EA, Catholic Maintained Schools, Independent Schools in NI, Irish Medium Schools in NI, both Controlled and Voluntary Grammar Schools, Nursery School for NI (both controlled and Catholic Maintained), school meals kitchens on-site at all of these schools, and Controlled Youth Centres https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/services/schools-plus. Due to the independent nature of these bodies and schools within Northern Ireland, there is no obligation to become party to the Collection, Delivery Transfer and Disposal Services Contract if a value for money solution can be achieved through an alternative contract. The value shown in II.2.6) is the highest value estimate on the basis of a two year contract with the option to extend the contract for two further periods of 12 months as detailed in document FMM-21-016 Commercial Conditions of Contract. There is no commitment as to the usage, volume, or value of products required under this Contract.

Options: Extension options: This Contract has the option to extend for two further periods of 12 months as outlined in document FMM-21-016 Commercial Conditions of Contract

Lot 3 East

FMM-21-016 Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services for the Education Authority for an initial period of 24 months with the option to extend for 2 further periods of 12 months. Additional information: This Contract will be established on behalf of EA, Primary and Post Primary schools under the control of the EA, Catholic Maintained Schools, Independent Schools in NI, Irish Medium Schools in NI, both Controlled and Voluntary Grammar Schools, Nursery School for NI (both controlled and Catholic Maintained), school meals kitchens on-site at all of these schools, and Controlled Youth Centres https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/services/schools-plus. Due to the independent nature of these bodies and schools within Northern Ireland, there is no obligation to become party to the Collection, Delivery Transfer and Disposal Services Contract if a value for money solution can be achieved through an alternative contract. The value shown in II.2.6) is the highest value estimate on the basis of a two year contract with the option to extend the contract for two further periods of 12 months as detailed in document FMM-21-016 Commercial Conditions of Contract. There is no commitment as to the usage, volume, or value of products required under this Contract.

Options: Extension options: This Contract has the option to extend for two further periods of 12 months as outlined in document FMM-21-016 Commercial Conditions of Contract.

Procurement Information

This Contract is not an award without prior notice. The Contract Notice for this procurement was published on Find-A-Tender on 14 December 2021 under the number 2021/S 000-031103.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-032e32
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010134-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

44619300 - Crates

60180000 - Hire of goods-transport vehicles with driver

60181000 - Hire of trucks with driver

60183000 - Hire of vans with driver

98341120 - Portering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EDUCATION AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
facilities.procure@eani.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BALLYMENA
Postcode
BT1 2NQ
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Duncairn
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

COASTWAYS STORAGE AND REMOVALS

DELIVERY SERVICES & STORAGE

GTM RELOCATIONS

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