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title: "Provision of Linen and Patient Wear for 2gether Support Solutions"
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# Provision of Linen and Patient Wear for 2gether Support Solutions

Buyer: EAST KENT HOSPITALS UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-473e1a1c-a42a-42ba-aabb-0d2a8b8fbc8c

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## Summary

The tender titled "Provision of Linen and Patient Wear for 2gether Support Solutions" is being issued by the East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust through its subsidiary, 2gether Support Solutions. This procurement, classified under the goods category with a focus on linen, is currently in the Tender stage and has a submission deadline of 11 September 2019. The contract period is set to commence on 25 September 2019, extending until 30 November 2020. The procurement method is open, slightly below the typical threshold, encouraging a broad range of applicants.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) based in East Kent specialising in linen supply. Such businesses would find this an advantageous procurement process, allowing them to establish partnerships within the healthcare sector. By engaging in this tender, suitable firms can not only expand their client base but also enhance their visibility in the public procurement landscape, thereby contributing to sustainable organisational growth.

## Notice

2gether Support Solutions is seeking a supplier for the provision of linen and patient wear. 2Gether Support Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust (EKHUFT) and commended trading on 1st August 2018. The company's business is to provide an Operated Health Facility to the Trust. As a Limited Company, 2Gether Support Solutions are required to prepare Statutory Audited Annual Accounts and file these with Companies House by the due deadline of 9 months after the end of the financial year. In addition, the company must pay Corporation tax and submit relevant forms to HMRC. The preparation of the Accounts and determination of Tax due is a specialist task, the knowledge and skills for which do not reside in the finance team of the parent company or 2gether. 2gether Support Solutions is looking to appoint an SME, based in East Kent. 2gether Support Solutiosn is using the Bravo e-tendering portal to conduct the procurement process ("the e-Tendering Portal"). The e-Tendering Portal can be accessed https://commercialsolutions.bravosolution.co.uk/. All communications (including submission of Tenders) should be carried out via the e-Tendering Portal. Additional information: 2gether Support Solutiosn is using the Bravo e-tendering portal to conduct the procurement process ("the e-Tendering Portal").

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa01cb12-60ea-4520-abe9-fe26b447a670 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Sep 2019 - 30 Nov 2020 |
| 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 | EAST KENT HOSPITALS UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | ASHFORD |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN24 0LZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Ashford |
| Electoral ward | Willesborough |
| Westminster constituency | Ashford |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 19 - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials

### Codes

- 19231000 - Linen

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2019 at 10:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa01cb12-60ea-4520-abe9-fe26b447a670

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa01cb12-60ea-4520-abe9-fe26b447a670
  21st August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://commercialsolutions.bravosolution.co.uk/
  Link to esourcing portal where documentation can be found.

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