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title: "Single Inspection Note Machines"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BANK OF ENGLAND"
published: "2021-07-09"
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# Single Inspection Note Machines

Buyer: BANK OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-70db182c-4803-4b1e-815e-734ff4b97253

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## Summary

The Bank of England is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for the purchase of single inspection note machines, aimed at replacing existing machines at their Debden facility. Interested suppliers are invited to register on the Proactis e-sourcing portal by 15 July 2021 to participate in the early supplier engagement initiative. Key milestones include the deadline for clarification questions on 21 July 2021 and the deadline for submitting information by 2 August 2021. This procurement falls under the categories of printed matter and office equipment, with a primary focus on ensuring the efficient handling of currency.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in office and computing machinery, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that provide innovative solutions in this sector. Companies with expertise in security technology and business services related to equipment supply and consultancy would also find this tender appealing. Engaging with the Bank of England's procurement process could lead to long-term partnerships and an enhanced market presence in the public sector.

## Notice

The Bank of England (BoE) is looking to replace its existing inspection machines at the Bank's facility at Debden with new single note machines. The Request for Information documentation provides wider context of the Bank's operations and key information with respect to the Bank's requirements. The purpose of this early supplier engagement (ESE) is to request suppliers provide information and details to enable BoE to make informed decisions relating to a prospective tender. Following receipt of information from the ESE, BoE will develop an options appraisal and determine the optimal method of tendering for the new single note inspection machines. Additional information: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information, suppliers will need to access the information, suppliers are required to register on the Proactis e-sourcing portal via www.bankofenglandtenders.co.uk. Deadline for Proactis E-Sourcing Portal registration: 15 July 2021 Suppliers are required to provide the email address used to register to the Proactis e-sourcing portal to FM.Contracts@bankofengland.co.uk, by no later than 2pm, 15 July 2021 as this allows suppliers to be invited to the project and gain access to supporting documentation and information relating to this PIN. Indicative RFI timescale: Issue of Non Competitive Prior Information Notice (PIN): 9 July 2021 Deadline for confirmation and details of Proactis E-Sourcing Portal registration: 15 July 2021 Deadline for Clarification Questions: 2pm, 21 July 2021 Deadline for Return of Request for Information Supplier: 2pm, 2 August 2021

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d7eed72-04fa-4666-b384-1b70ae307f38 |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 2 Aug 2021 |
| 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 | BANK OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC2R 8AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | City of London |
| Electoral ward | Walbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 22000000 - Printed matter and related products
- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 9 Jul 2021 at 13:05 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d7eed72-04fa-4666-b384-1b70ae307f38

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d7eed72-04fa-4666-b384-1b70ae307f38
  9th July 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bankofengland.co.uk

## Provenance

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