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title: "Webinar - 18 January 2018 - Simplifying the process of selling to the public sector"
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published: "2018-01-08"
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# Webinar - 18 January 2018 - Simplifying the process of selling to the public sector

Buyer: CROWN COMMERCIAL SERVICE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-486a74e9-b399-40e5-be79-d71e8acb5a75

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## Summary

The Crown Commercial Service is organising a webinar titled "Webinar - 18 January 2018 - Simplifying the process of selling to the public sector," aimed at enhancing clarity in public sector procurement processes. This event is part of the planning stage of a tender process within the industry category of Office and computing machinery, which also includes related sectors such as communication, transport equipment, and IT services. The engagement end date for participants to register for the webinar is set for 18 January 2018 at 23:59:59. This initiative seeks to directly engage with businesses interested in understanding governmental procurement practices better.

This webinar presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and businesses involved in sectors like IT services, construction, and communications, to learn about simplifying government procurement processes. By attending, participants will gain insights into how to adapt to standardised terms and conditions, enhancing their competitiveness in upcoming contracts. Engaging in these discussions could provide businesses with the knowledge required to navigate the complexities of selling to the public sector more effectively, thereby fostering growth and new client relationships in this space.

## Notice

To make it easier for SMEs to sell to government, Crown Commercial Service is working to standardise terms and conditions and simplify the language used in contracts. Jason Waterman FCIPS is Deputy Director of Disputes & Policy Implementation and leading work on simplifying business for SMEs. In this webinar, Jason will discuss work underway and answer your questions on how government is easing the path to procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bb2f228-49b2-452c-9e17-07444fe176ac |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 18 Jan 2018 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planning |
| 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

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services
- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 66 - Financial and insurance services
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 35000000 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 48000000 - Software package and information systems
- 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services
- 63000000 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 66000000 - Financial and insurance services
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2018 at 17:54 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bb2f228-49b2-452c-9e17-07444fe176ac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6bb2f228-49b2-452c-9e17-07444fe176ac
  8th January 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- https://crowncommercial.webex.com/mw3200/mywebex/default.do?service=1&siteurl=crowncommercial&nomenu=true&main_url=%2Fmc3200%2Fe.do%3Fsiteurl%3Dcrowncommercial%26AT%3DMI%26EventID%3D607481847%26UID%3D0%26Host%3DQUhTSwAAAAQDdyjRGBf6GB-3hUPyQIDL4d5hfzv07qOHhLdQYs0LkQmA46Q03qlL0ELehEsfmuwyBlX-9VMxMiCAPQyIrSf10%26RG%3D1%26FrameSet%3D2%26RGID%3Dr8f2a5d11c03afc4df48ce84c4211f040
  Click on the link to register for this webinar.
- https://www.gov.uk/government/news/webinar-18-jan-simplifying-the-process-of-selling-to-the-public-sector
  GOV.UK page

## Notice URLs

- http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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