--- title: "HCC July 2022 - The Provision of a Framework Agreement for Independent Living Products" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0b40e680-718a-46df-b037-3d774861b706" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0b40e680-718a-46df-b037-3d774861b706" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0b40e680-718a-46df-b037-3d774861b706.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0b40e680-718a-46df-b037-3d774861b706.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - RESOURCES" published: "2022-07-20" --- # HCC July 2022 - The Provision of a Framework Agreement for Independent Living Products Buyer: HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - RESOURCES Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0b40e680-718a-46df-b037-3d774861b706 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0b40e680-718a-46df-b037-3d774861b706) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0b40e680-718a-46df-b037-3d774861b706.json) ## Summary The Hertfordshire County Council (HCC) is currently managing a public procurement process to establish a Framework Agreement for the Supply of Independent Living Products, listed as "HCC July 2022 - The Provision of a Framework Agreement for Independent Living Products." This tender is classified under the medical equipment and furniture industry and covers ten specific lots including bathing and showering products, mobility aids, and specialist equipment. The tender period will conclude on 23 August 2022, and the contract is set to commence from 14 November 2022, lasting until 13 November 2026. The procurement method used is an open procedure, allowing for broad participation from interested suppliers. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that supply medical equipment and related goods, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can meet the diverse needs of the various lots. Companies specialising in independent living products, such as mobility aids, medical furniture, or other assistive devices, would be well-suited to participate. Additionally, the requirement for bulk and direct deliveries indicates a potential for logistics firms to offer relevant services, enhancing their growth prospects within the public sector market. ## Notice The Contracting Authority (Hertfordshire County Council or HCC), acting on behalf of the Participating Authorities, is leading on the procurement process to establish a Framework Agreement for the Supply of Independent Living Products (hereinafter referred to as 'Goods') and is seeking suitably qualified Contractor(s) to supply the Goods under any Agreement resulting from this tendering exercise. A list of the Goods required for each Lot is given within the Specification (Schedule 1 or the Framework Agreement Document). The requirement is divided into 10 Lots, as listed below. Please note - there is no requirement to bid for every line or all the Lots. Lot 1 Bathing Showering Lot 2 Toileting Lot 3 Beds & Accessories Lot 4 Pressure Care Lot 5 Chairs & Accessories Lot 6 Grab Rails Lot 7 Kitchen Household Lot 8 Mobility & Walking Aids Lot 9 Moving, Handling, Slings Lot 10 Specialist Equipment The requirement is for the direct delivery of Goods to various locations throughout each customer. This will include bulk delivery into central stores and direct to recipient delivery. Organisations should be aware that due to the nature of the Services and Goods provided, any Framework Agreement formed as a result of this procurement process shall be executed as a deed. Organisations should seek independent legal advice on the implications of this prior to submitting their bid, where appropriate. Additional information: To access this opportunity please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/supplyhertfordshire/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8f6cdfd-2748-4c9e-959a-16ea2995bd9c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Jul 2022 | | Submission deadline | 23 Aug 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 Nov 2022 - 13 Nov 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - RESOURCES | | Locality | HERTFORDSHIRE | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG13 8DE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire | | Local authority | East Hertfordshire | | Electoral ward | Hertford Castle | | Westminster constituency | Hertford and Stortford | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products ### Codes - 33100000 - Medical equipments - 33192000 - Medical furniture ## Release History - 20 Jul 2022 at 07:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8f6cdfd-2748-4c9e-959a-16ea2995bd9c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8f6cdfd-2748-4c9e-959a-16ea2995bd9c 20th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/supplyhertfordshire/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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