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title: "Specialist Courier Services"
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# Specialist Courier Services

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-353d8c47-545d-4b1a-bc90-7a2cf3fa3958

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by the Crown Commercial Service, aiming to establish a multi-supplier Framework Agreement for Specialist Courier Services. This open tender, identified as RM3799, will be utilised by various UK public sector bodies, including NHS bodies, local authorities, and central government departments. The tender period is expected to close on 26th May 2017, with a contract duration of three years starting from 9th August 2017, and a possible one-year extension thereafter. The total estimated value of this framework is £400 million, and it encompasses services across the UK as well as international delivery, including regions such as Europe and the British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in logistics, courier services, and associated transport solutions. Companies that can proficiently manage large-scale operations and deliver across diverse geographical areas will find themselves well-positioned to compete for one or more of the seven individual lots under this framework. Additionally, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, providing a chance for smaller providers to expand their business capabilities and participate in government contracts, thereby fostering growth within the sector.

## Notice

Crown Commercial Service (the Authority) is putting in place a Pan Government Collaborative Framework Agreement for use by UK public sector bodies identified at VI.3 of the Contract Notice (provided as an attachment), and any future successors to these organisations, which include Central Government Departments and their Arm's Length Bodies and Agencies, Non Departmental Public Bodies, NHS bodies and Local Authorities. This Procurement will establish a multi Supplier public sector Framework Agreement for the purchase of Specialist Courier Services. The Framework Agreement shall comprise of 7 individual Lots. The Authority reserves the right for Contracting Authorities to hold an electronic auction during further competition prior to an award of a contract. The Framework Agreement shall be for an initial period of three (3) years; the Authority may extend the duration of the Framework Agreement for any period up to a maximum of one (1) year. Potential Providers have the opportunity to bid for one, all or any combination of the Lots. THIS IS AN EXTRACT ONLY. PLEASE ENSURE YOU CAREFULLY AND FULLY READ THE MORE DETAILED INFORMATION ON THE CONTRACT NOTICE, WHICH HAS BEEN PROVIDED AS AN ATTACHMENT TO THIS NOTICE. Additional information: Potential Providers will be assessed in accordance with Section 5 of Chapter 2 of the Public Contract Regulations 2015, as amended (implementing Title II, Chapter III, Section 3, Subsection i of Directive 2014/24/ EU of the European Parliament and of the Council), on the basis of information provided in response to an Invitation to Tender ('ITT'). This procurement will be managed electronically via the Authority's e-Sourcing Suite. To participate in this Procurement, Potential Providers must first be registered on the e-Sourcing Suite. If you have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https:// gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS eSourcing'. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respond-tender Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing expressionofinterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk . Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; the name of the Potential Provider; and the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. The Authority will process the email and then enable the Potential Provider to access the procurement online via the e-Sourcing Suite. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. As a user of the e-Sourcing Suite you will have access to Emptoris email messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific RFX event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these emails on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact Crown Commercial Service Helpdesk email: eenablement@crowncommercial.gov.uk Responses must be published by the date in IV.2.2. of the Contract Notice. Cyber Essentials is mandatory for Central Government Contracts which involve handling personal information and providing certain ICT products and services. IMPORTANT NOTES: a)Values are estimates only: suppliers are not guaranteed business via this Framework Agreement. b) The Authority has the option to extend up to a maximum of 1 year beyond the stated contract end date. THIS IS AN EXTRACT ONLY. PLEASE ENSURE YOU CAREFULLY AND FULLY READ THE MORE DETAILED INFORMATION ON THE CONTRACT NOTICE, WHICH HAS BEEN PROVIDED AS AN ATTACHMENT TO THIS NOTICE.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b8181f1-70cd-46eb-82f4-8e5448ebce76 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 26 May 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Aug 2017 - 9 Aug 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000,000 |
| 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 | CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 9PP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64100000 - Post and courier services

## Release History

- 16 Oct 2017 at 09:48 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b8181f1-70cd-46eb-82f4-8e5448ebce76
- 28 Apr 2017 at 14:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b8181f1-70cd-46eb-82f4-8e5448ebce76

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1b8181f1-70cd-46eb-82f4-8e5448ebce76
  16th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/793ad0c4-daaa-4e89-b04a-384b070ba461
  RM3799 Contract Notice
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/85b1af50-5680-46c4-b963-f71d186fef16
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/937a6761-2f6b-4eea-ae4d-0f1d63b46f39
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 2
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/03885c62-e074-44b8-9d9e-418ff1f8ff1b
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 3
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1da69c57-4d7f-45de-9b3f-cc6ab39a5382
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 4
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8550a047-5db5-4bb9-8592-77727a9d561e
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 5a
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8bbb7f48-6fc8-4d6b-9db0-ea9b386ae224
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 6
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/50472977-074d-4cfa-87a5-f1a4ff7ebdbc
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 7
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ba0da15e-0c17-4deb-8716-aafdc41ec38d
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 8
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/aa26d49e-1fc6-4e0a-a75b-a43d4e92f943
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 9
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/afa5a9b0-6ba2-405a-be4b-7bc8559b9c84
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 10
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9dc6d21d-4806-47e1-a664-3acd152443ec
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 11
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8057fd91-66c2-477c-9fcb-d281266d32ad
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 12
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/143f7300-20a7-478e-9e14-ea3d72070107
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 13
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f61de322-e875-42d9-91fe-62d86be38f93
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 14
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c32a5aa3-a174-4102-9a34-097567c45950
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 15
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/08c44547-fdba-415f-9dad-da04c4e2d5ee
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 16
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/41018b91-38cf-4a17-9f72-ad966f8ff720
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 17
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1256ea9d-f7f4-45e4-a22d-d794921b3c09
  RM3799 ATTACHMENT 5
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2546a612-b3dc-4c43-abbd-bdc8cc68d6ce
  RM3799 List of Potential Customers
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/31d4be34-c571-4b9a-b4aa-e8bbfbeaa2d3
  RM3799 Contract Rights Reserved by CCS
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/908730df-dbc3-4c88-be42-b0d511f77e8b
  RM3799 Transparency Information

## Notice URLs

- http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk
- http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respond-tender

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