Planning

SC230039 - Ergonomic Office Furniture and Equipment - Market Engagement

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

23 Jan 2024 at 10:13

Summary of the contracting process

The Kent County Council is planning a tender opportunity for the procurement of ergonomic office furniture and equipment. This procurement falls under the computer equipment and supplies category. The tender is at the planning stage and is aimed at understanding the supply market before a competitive tender process in the first quarter of 2024. Interested suppliers are invited to express their interest through the Kent Business Portal by 6pm on Tuesday 6th February 2024. The buying organisation, Kent County Council, with an address in Maidstone, United Kingdom, is seeking suppliers who can provide a range of ergonomic products and services related to Display Screen Equipment (DSE) and ergonomic equipment.

This tender opportunity by Kent County Council presents a chance for businesses offering ergonomic furniture and equipment to expand their market presence. Companies specializing in ergonomic chairs, desks, keyboards, assistive technology, and workplace needs assessments would be well-suited to compete. The procurement process involves the provision of specialist assessments, enablement services, and a variety of ergonomic products, with a focus on delivering quality products and services within specific deadlines. The tender process initiated by the Kent County Council offers a significant growth opportunity for businesses that can meet the outlined requirements and deliver exceptional ergonomic solutions.

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Notice Title

SC230039 - Ergonomic Office Furniture and Equipment - Market Engagement

Notice Description

The Council are considering our future arrangements for procuring Display Screen Equipment (DSE), Ergonomic Equipment and related services as required from preferred suppliers. This service is being commissioned on behalf of the Health and Safety Team in the Deputy Chief Executive's Department. We wish to engage with suppliers to understand the supply market and how best to move forward. We would like to invite any interested suppliers to express an interest through the Kent Business Portal. We will contact you individually to assist in our research in understanding the market, pending an anticipated competitive tender process in the first quarter of 2024.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Kent County Council (the Council) is the largest local authority in England covering an area of 3,500 square kilometres. It has an annual expenditure of over PS1bn on goods and services and a population of 1.6m. The Council provides a wide range of personal and strategic services on behalf of its residents, operating in partnership with the NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board, 12 district councils, and 289 parish/town councils. The Council consists of five directorates: * Adult Social Care and Health * Children, Young People and Education * Growth, Environment and Transport * Chief Executive's Department * Deputy Chief Executive's Department The Council are considering our future arrangements for procuring Display Screen Equipment (DSE), Ergonomic Equipment and related services as required from preferred suppliers. This service is being commissioned on behalf of the Health and Safety Team in the Deputy Chief Executive's Department. We wish to engage with suppliers to understand the supply market and how best to move forward. We would like to invite any interested suppliers to express an interest through the Kent Business Portal. We will contact you individually to assist in our research in understanding the market, pending an anticipated competitive tender process in the first quarter of 2024. We understand that providers may not be able to provide all of the required elements, but we invite interested parties to include details of which of the following three elements, or sub elements within them, that your organisation can provide with your expressions of interest: 1. The supplier(s) should offer a comprehensive package of specialist assessments including vehicle assessments. Timely detailed reports, with recommendations, should be given to the individual and manager. They should also offer both remote and face to face DSE assessments. 2. Enablement services should also be provided including ADHD screening, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) screening and workplace needs assessments. Assistive technology is also required for people with dyslexia, dyscalculia, visual impairments or hearing problems. The supplier(s) should also be able to provide advice and information, technical help, and a support line. 3. The supplier(s) should be able to provide a variety of ergonomic products including, but not limited to: a. ergonomic chairs - range of including fully adjustable, specialist and bariatric b. sit/stand desks and platforms c. ergonomic mice and keyboards d. monitor arms and stands e. document holders f. laptop stands g. writing slopes h. posture supports - foot, leg, wrist rests and lumbar support i. screen colour overlays j. bags and backpacks The supplier(s) should offer chair and desk delivery with installation, set up and support. The products should be delivered within 14 days, have a trial period and 30 days returns policy. If you are interested, please express your interest on the Kent Business Portal and submit information on the elements you are able to provide, by 6pm on Tuesday 6th February 2024. Link: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/ Reference: SC230039 and DN708036

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-042f1d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002186-2024
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


CPV Codes

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Jan 2024Expired
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
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Claire Jane
Contact Email
claire.jane@kent.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ4 Kent

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

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