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title: "Import & Export Services (1)"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b623bf70-4726-474e-b955-634cee45d2a2"
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# Import & Export Services (1)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b623bf70-4726-474e-b955-634cee45d2a2

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## Summary

The University of Exeter is currently engaged in the procurement process for "Import & Export Services (1)", focusing on customs services for goods transport. This initiative falls within the cargo handling and storage services industry and is intended to be awarded following a completed tender period that ended on 19th March 2021. The contract is scheduled to commence on 5th April 2021 and has a maximum estimated value of £30,000, with a duration of one year and options for two additional one-year extensions. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing various suppliers to participate across diverse delivery locations, including the UK and Europe.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the logistics and customs brokerage sectors. Companies that specialise in cargo handling, freight transport, and related services would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the estimated contract value, smaller enterprises and SMEs can demonstrate their capabilities in providing tailored solutions, thereby potentially securing a long-term partnership with the University of Exeter and expanding their operational footprint.

## Notice

The University is seeking to appoint a customs agency to provide the full range of customs services for importing & exporting goods. The stated highest contract value is an estimate based on a maximum contract term of 3 years (including contract extensions). The true cost of the University's requirements isn't known; more information about historical expenditure is given in the tender document. The University is seeking to award a contract in April 2021. The contract term is 1 year from the start date with an option to extend twice for 1 year periods commencing from the anniversary of the original start date; subject to agreement of both parties.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ec66830-e7bd-417b-a0fa-ae9a9f2bfd24 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 16 Oct 2021 - 16 Oct 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services
- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 63100000 - Cargo handling and storage services
- 63521000 - Freight transport agency services
- 63523000 - Port and forwarding agency services
- 64100000 - Post and courier services
- 79223000 - Custom broker services

## Release History

- 5 Jul 2022 at 13:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ec66830-e7bd-417b-a0fa-ae9a9f2bfd24

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9ec66830-e7bd-417b-a0fa-ae9a9f2bfd24
  5th July 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=36696&B=EXETER
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

## Provenance

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