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title: "Market Engagement"
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buyer: "AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME (\"ARP\") ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE"
published: "2018-03-04"
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# Market Engagement

Buyer: AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME ("ARP") ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7cb729cb-7c02-430c-b9e7-97c0f0644c62

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## Summary

The Ambulance Radio Programme (ARP), representing the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, has issued a Prior Information Notice (PIN) titled "Market Engagement." This tender falls within the communication equipment industry category, specifically focusing on radio and telecommunication-related goods. The PIN was published on 4th March 2018 and indicates that ARP plans to conduct supplier events and market sounding meetings over the coming year to enhance their understanding of the market. The procurement is currently at the "active" stage, with any formal procurement exercise to be dictated by forthcoming announcements. The anticipated contract period is set to commence on 1st October 2018 and last until 25th June 2021, whereas the deadline for expressions of interest is 31st August 2018.

This tender provides a notable opportunity for businesses engaged in the supply of radio and communication equipment to expand their market presence. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) particularly stand to benefit, as the ARP has indicated suitability for such businesses to participate. Companies with expertise in delivering telecommunication solutions, alongside those skilled in government contracts, would find this engagement suitable for growth and collaboration, thereby enhancing their business portfolios in the public sector.

## Notice

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is to notify the market that the Ambulance Radio Programme ("ARP") plans to host supplier events and market sounding meetings to further develop its understanding of the market for procurement activity during the next 12 months. As such, this PIN does not formally signify the beginning of any procurement and does not constitute a commitment by ARP to undertake any procurement exercise. In the event that ARP decides to formally commence procurement pursuant to this PIN a separate Contract Notice will be issued. To register an interest in attending any potential supplier events and market sounding meetings, register an interest using the instructions in this PIN, see Section VI.3 (Additional Information).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b05652b-7819-4786-80c7-17685bcbf476 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2018 - 25 Jun 2021 |
| 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 | AMBULANCE RADIO PROGRAMME ("ARP") ON BEHALF OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW1 2PL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden |
| Local authority | Camden |
| Electoral ward | Regent's Park |
| Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

## Release History

- 4 Mar 2018 at 08:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b05652b-7819-4786-80c7-17685bcbf476

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b05652b-7819-4786-80c7-17685bcbf476
  4th March 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Radio%2C-television%2C-communication%2C-telecommunication-and-related-equipment./DS85V4T9J2
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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