Tender

Contract for Provision of equipment for the IoT 'Alpha Phase' Project

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

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Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea is seeking tenders for the "Contract for Provision of Equipment for the IoT ‘Alpha Phase’ Project," a project focused on implementing sensors in various waste bins to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. This procurement falls under the goods category and is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 7 January 2022. Interested parties can express their interest and submit tenders via the eTenderwales platform, accessible at the submission method details provided.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the technology and waste management sectors, particularly those specialising in sensor technology, IoT applications, and data analytics. Companies capable of providing innovative solutions for real-time monitoring of waste management systems will be well-positioned to compete. With collaboration anticipated across multiple local councils, offering a chance to form consortiums could enhance the competitiveness of bids, aligning with the authority’s vision for improved operational efficiency in waste management.

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Notice Title

Contract for Provision of equipment for the IoT 'Alpha Phase' Project

Notice Description

In collaboration with our City Deal partners (Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council, Pembrokeshire County Council, Carmarthenshire County Council) Swansea Council, as the Lead Authority, has been awarded funding to build and test the implementation of sensors in rural litter bins and communal domestic waste bins to reduce complaints and improve operational efficiency through undertaking an Alpha Project.The Alpha phase will test:* Improved customer satisfaction and user journeys* Implementing sensors in bins which give real-time information, so bins always have capacity for the user, especially in rural areas.* Ensuring bins are not overflowing with litter left around the bin* Reducing the need for the user to contact the Council or complain* Hypotheses and insights in the following ways:* Comparing 'before and after' data and analytics* Measuring customer requests for service and complaintsUndertaking user-centred researchAs part of this project we intend to install sensors in bins of several sizes and different designs across the 4 Council areas. The majority of sensors will be installed in public litter bins, but we are also intending to install sensors in communal bins (like for a block of flats), and "igloo" bins which are communal recycling bins used for collecting glass.Therefore, we recognise it may be best to use different devices for different bins. We reserve the right to select more than one supplier in this instance.NOTE: The authority is using eTenderwales to carry out this procurement process. To obtain further information record your interest on Sell2Wales at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=116998 Register your company on the eTenderWales portal (this is only required once):-- Navigate to the portal: http://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk-- Click the "Suppliers register here" link.-- Enter your correct business and user details.-- Note the username you chose and click "Save" when complete.-- You will shortly receive an e-mail with your unique password (please keep this secure).-- Agree to the terms and conditions and click "continue".2. Express an interest in the project:-- Login to the portal with your username/password.-- Click the "ITTs Open to All Suppliers" link (these are the ITTs open to any registered supplier).-- Click on the relevant ITT to access the content.-- Click the "Express Interest" button in the "Actions" box on the left-hand side of the page.-- This will move the ITT into your "My ITTs" page (this is a secure area reserved for your projects only).-- Click on the ITT code. You can now access any attachments by clicking the "Settings and Buyer Attachments" in the "Actions" box.3. Responding to the invitation to tender:-- You can now choose to "Reply" or "Reject" (please give a reason if rejecting).-- You can now use the "Messages" function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification.-- Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the ITT.-- There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available).If you require any further assistance use the online help. Alternatively, the BravoSolution helpdesk can be contacted (Monday to Friday, 8:00 to 18:00) on:-- E-mail: help@bravosolution.co.uk-- Phone: +44 8003684850Thanks(WA Ref:116998)The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia bidding.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-116998
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=116998
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
Simon Anthony
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 1792637242

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 3SN
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

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