Planning

Discount Scheme

THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

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Planning

31 May 2017 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City of Edinburgh Council is currently in the planning stage for a procurement titled "Discount Scheme," aimed at expanding the Tenant Discount Card Scheme to provide additional discounts on goods and services for Council tenants in Edinburgh. This initiative falls under the general public services industry category, with an estimated value of £50,000. Key dates include a future notice expected on 30th September 2017. The procurement is classified under the CPV code "55900000," indicating it primarily involves service procurement. Interested parties can find more details through provided documents including a questionnaire and additional information related to the project.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in providing local goods and services, particularly those with experience in discount schemes or promotional partnerships. Companies offering a diverse range of products relevant to everyday needs would be well-suited to compete, as the Council seeks to collaborate with a capable provider that can negotiate beneficial deals for its 20,000 tenants. By participating in this initiative, businesses can enhance their local presence and contribute to community welfare while potentially enjoying financial rewards through increased patronage from Council tenants.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Discount Scheme

Notice Description

Expansion of the Tenant Discount Card Scheme, to find a provider that can negotiate with suppliers and deliver additional discounts or promotions on goods and services for Council tenants in Edinburgh. This PIN is for market research purposes only and is not a call for competition.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The City of Edinburgh Council launched its current discount card in 2016 to offer discounts to its 20,000 tenants in order to reduce their daily living expenses. The card was launched in partnership with one supplier and is limited to DIY goods and services only. The Council would like to expand these discounts to a wide range of local goods and services across the city. It is envisaged that a partner organisation with the necessary experience and expertise will expand the discount card scheme in collaboration with Council tenants and potential providers of goods and services.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000497888
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY284631
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

16 - Agricultural machinery

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

15800000 - Miscellaneous food products

16160000 - Miscellaneous gardening equipment

18000000 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

39298900 - Miscellaneous decoration items

55900000 - Retail trade services

63500000 - Travel agency, tour operator and tourist assistance services

63510000 - Travel agency and similar services

79112100 - Stakeholders representation services

79310000 - Market research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 May 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 2017Expired
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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Marianne Bowick
Contact Email
marianne.bowick@edinburgh.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1314693833

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
UKM25 Edinburgh, City of
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

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