Planning

Sensory Loss - Assistive Equipment

THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL

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Planning

03 Feb 2021 at 00:00

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

The City of Edinburgh Council is planning to procure assistive equipment aimed at supporting individuals with sensory loss. This tender, titled "Sensory Loss - Assistive Equipment," falls under the goods category and has a budget of up to £25,000. The procurement process is currently at the planning stage, with expressions of interest due by 11 February 2021. Interested suppliers should prepare for potential quotes to be submitted by 19 January 2021 and are encouraged to contact Susan Shippey for further details.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the assistive technology and general goods sectors, particularly those specialising in sensory support products. Companies offering innovative items such as electronic aids, low vision devices, or practical kitchen adaptations would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this procurement can not only help expand a business’s product offering but also enhance its reputation within the community by contributing to vital support for individuals with sensory impairments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sensory Loss - Assistive Equipment

Notice Description

The City of Edinburgh Council wishes to procure a range of assistive equipment for demonstration to people with sensory loss.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The City of Edinburgh Council wishes to procure a range of assistive equipment for demonstration to people with sensory loss. Products range from high technology products to inexpensive analogue items. Expressions of interest are invited to quote for supply and delivery of items such as Roger pens, adapted kitchen products such as talking microwave and induction hob, low vision lighting products, glare glasses, electronic magnifiers, low value equipment such as pillboxes and finger guards, in addition to smart speakers, smartphones and tablets. This anticipated cumulative value of these items will be no more than GBP25,000. Please indicate interest to Susan Shippey at susan.shippey@edinburgh.gov.uk by Thursday 11 February 2011, after which your organisation will be provided with a full list of equipment required. It is expected that quotes will be due by 19 January 2021.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000643087
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB405755
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information 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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

31710000 - Electronic equipment

31711000 - Electronic supplies

33185000 - Hearing aids

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Feb 2021Expired
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
Not specified
Contact Email
ben.fulton@edinburgh.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1315296432

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
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

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