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Award

21 Apr 2021 at 01:00

Tender

29 Sep 2020 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh is actively engaged in a procurement process for a contract titled "Evacuation Chairs: Supply, Installation, Maintenance, Servicing, Repairs and Training." This contract falls within the education industry and is based in Edinburgh, UK. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with the tender period having initially closed on 2nd November 2020. The contract aims to establish a framework agreement for the comprehensive management of evacuation chairs across the University to ensure compliance with safety regulations. The total estimated contract value is approximately £87,376.80, signed on 19th April 2021.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply and maintenance of medical and safety equipment, particularly those specialising in evacuation solutions. Companies offering comprehensive services, including installation, training, and ongoing maintenance, will find a particular advantage in bidding for this contract. Given the need for certified and compliant evacuation chairs, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant expertise, as well as larger suppliers capable of meeting the outlined specifications, can leverage this opportunity to expand their reach within the public sector market.

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Notice Title

Evacuation Chairs: Supply, Installation, Maintenance, Servicing, Repairs and Training

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh (UoE) is looking to establish a single-supplier framework agreement for comprehensive, integrated Evacuation Chairs management across its Estate to support compliance with PUWER regulations and other related legislation. This contract will cover the supply, installation, maintenance, servicing and repair of the University's portfolio of Evacuation Chairs, as well as appropriate staff training throughout the lifetime of the contract. The agreement will include the renewal of the University's Evacuation Chairs inventory as well as any future purchases, to ensure consistent management across the various locations. This procurement has been conducted via the Public Contracts Scotland - Tender portal (PCS-T). A one stage Open procedure has been applied. Bidders have been asked to self-certify their adherence to the conditions of participation via the ESPD (Scotland) in PCS-T. Specific requirements have been included in the Section III of this Contract Notice.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh (UoE) is looking to establish a single-supplier framework agreement for comprehensive, integrated Evacuation Chairs management across its Estate to support our compliance with PUWER regulations and other related legislation. This contract will cover the supply, installation, maintenance, servicing and repair of the University's portfolio of Evacuation Chairs, as well as appropriate staff training throughout the lifetime of the contract. It is expected that the agreement will include the renewal of the University's Evacuation Chairs inventory as well as any future purchases, to ensure consistent management across the various locations. The key focus of this procurement is to provide a unique, clear, consolidated evacuation solution that can be managed effectively across a variety of locations. The contract will be structured around the following elements: 1) Supply and Installation of Evacuation Chairs as per specification 2) Annual Maintenance, Repair (including reactive) and Re-certification of the UoE Evacuation Chairs portfolio 3) Training For the supply, a manual, i.e. not battery powered solution is sought, covering: downward evacuation (suitable for the majority of UoE buildings) and upward evacuation/all-terrain (as dictated by specific building access & configuration). It is estimated about 175 - 190 chairs will fall within the first category and approximately 5 - 10 should cover the more complex requirements included in the second category. The initial purchase and installation will be phased over a period of approximately 3 months, to allow safe delivery and implementation. In addition to supply & installation, the appointed supplier will be expected to ensure full management of the Evacuation Chairs, providing a comprehensive package including annual inspection, asset management, maintenance, servicing, stair testing, repairs and re-certification in accordance with manufacturer standards and full, continuous compliance to the legislation applicable to Class One Medical Equipment. All the chairs are to be maintained with new, original manufacturer supplied and approved spare parts, to the highest standard by readily available, trained, authorised, competent personnel. Suitable, certified 'Train the Trainer' and Refresher on-site courses for up to 10 no. University staff at one time will also be required as part of the agreement, with the first session delivered at the start of the contract. It is anticipated that a total portfolio of about 200 chairs will be handled throughout the duration of this contract. The proposed overall contractual period is 5 years (an initial period of two years with an option to grant an extension for a further 2 and respectively 1 year periods, 2+2+1). This contract has been tendered on behalf of the University of Edinburgh and all University of Edinburgh Subsidiary Companies. Any and all of the University of Edinburgh's Subsidiary Companies may access and utilise this Contract at any time during the relevant Contract period.. The tender evaluation has consisted of 3 parts (qualification, technical and commercial) and has also included a sample assessment & virtual demonstration. Details of the evaluation process have been included in the ITT document on PCS-T & updates circulated to bidders via the PCS-T message board. The total contract value is an estimate calculated using the scenarios detailed in the ITT.

Renewal: The initial contract period is 2 years with two extension options of respectively two and one year periods (2 + 2 + 1).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000631344
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR412660
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

35110000 - Firefighting, rescue and safety equipment

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£87,376 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Apr 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University Of Edinburgh
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Postcode Area
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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVACUSCAPE LTD

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT395932
    Evacuation Chairs: Supply, Installation, Maintenance, Servicing, Repairs and Training - The University of Edinburgh (UoE) is looking to establish a single-supplier framework agreement for comprehensive, integrated Evacuation Chairs management across its Estate to support compliance with PUWER regulations and other related legislation. This contract will cover the supply, installation, maintenance, servicing and repair of the University's portfolio of Evacuation Chairs, as well as appropriate staff training throughout the lifetime of the contract. It is expected that the agreement will cover the renewal of the University's Evacuation Chairs inventory as well as any future purchases, to ensure consistent management across the various locations. This procurement will be conducted via the Public Contracts Scotland - Tender portal (PCS-T). We will apply a one stage Open procedure. Bidders must self-certify their adherence to the conditions of participation via the ESPD (Scotland) in PCS-T, and may be required to submit Means of Proof before contract award. Bidders must refer to the specific requirements listed in the Section III in this Contract Notice when completing the ESPD in PCS-T.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR412660
    Evacuation Chairs: Supply, Installation, Maintenance, Servicing, Repairs and Training - The University of Edinburgh (UoE) is looking to establish a single-supplier framework agreement for comprehensive, integrated Evacuation Chairs management across its Estate to support compliance with PUWER regulations and other related legislation. This contract will cover the supply, installation, maintenance, servicing and repair of the University's portfolio of Evacuation Chairs, as well as appropriate staff training throughout the lifetime of the contract. The agreement will include the renewal of the University's Evacuation Chairs inventory as well as any future purchases, to ensure consistent management across the various locations. This procurement has been conducted via the Public Contracts Scotland - Tender portal (PCS-T). A one stage Open procedure has been applied. Bidders have been asked to self-certify their adherence to the conditions of participation via the ESPD (Scotland) in PCS-T. Specific requirements have been included in the Section III of this Contract Notice.

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