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title: "National Framework Agreement for the provision of Smart Buildings Solutions using the Internet of Things"
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# National Framework Agreement for the provision of Smart Buildings Solutions using the Internet of Things

Buyer: COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d3cea4e0-8e31-42f2-8c13-f4418c22072e

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## Summary

The procurement process is led by the Countess of Chester Hospital and concerns the National Framework Agreement for the provision of Smart Buildings Solutions using the Internet of Things. The main industry category is energy-management services, with an emphasis on solutions for intelligent commercial buildings. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, having completed the tender period which ended on 7th June 2021. The awarded contract, valued at £10 million, commenced on 3rd August 2021 and will run until 2nd August 2027. The purchasing process employed was an open procedure, allowing broad participation from potential suppliers.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in energy management and consultancy services, particularly those that can deliver IoT-based solutions for commercial properties. Companies with experience in installing sensory networks and analytics for energy efficiency would be well-suited to compete. Given the scale of the contract and the increasing focus on smart building technologies, businesses aiming to grow in this sector should consider engaging with the procurement process to potentially secure valuable contracts and enhance their market presence.

## Notice

The Smart Buildings Solutions using the Internet of Things framework agreement will provide authorities with the means to enable intelligent commercial buildings. Solutions primarily involve the installation of a sensory network that is connected via wireless internet to cloud based data analytics, which enables monitoring and control of energy usage, building occupancy and visibility of assets. The solution can be composed of several modular components which all work simultaneously to create a platform for the management of buildings, and in turn driving efficiencies across estates. Note: This framework agreement is not concerned with domestic properties. Supplier instructions how to express interest and bid: 1) Browse to the esourcing portal https://www.nhssourcing.co.uk and click on view current opportunities; 2) Select the title of the ITT;Page 9 to 10 3) Review the ITT, framework agreement specification, prerequisites and list of eligible users (you may do this without registering); 4) Register your organisation on the eSourcing portal (this is only required once); 5) Accept the portal terms and conditions and click 'continue', enter your organisation and user details; note the username you chose and click 'Save' when complete; you will shortly receive an e-mail with your unique password (please keep this secure); 6) Login to the portal with the username/password; 7) Click the 'PQQs/ITTs Open To All Suppliers' link. (These are pre-qualification questionnaires or invitations to tender open to any registered supplier); 8) Click on the relevant PQQ/ITT to access the content; 9) Click the 'Express Interest' button at the top of the page. This will move the PQQ/ITT into your 'My PQQs/My ITTs' page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only). You can now access any attachments by clicking 'Buyer Attachments' in the 'PQQ/ITT Details' box; 10) Responding to the ITT. Click 'My Response' under 'PQQ/ITT Details', you can choose to 'Create Response' or to 'Decline to Respond' (please give a reason if declining). You can now use the messages function to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification. Note the deadline for completion, then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the ITT There may be a mixture of online and offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available). You must then submit your reply using the 'Submit Response' button at the top of the page. If you require any further assistance please consult the online help, or contact the eTendering help desk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c665889-a1b2-4e87-a4d0-2ef654f17630 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Aug 2021 |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2021 - 2 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £10,000,000 |
| 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 | COUNTESS OF CHESTER HOSPITAL |
| Locality | CHESTER |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH2 1UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Upton |
| Westminster constituency | Chester North and Neston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | JOHNSON CONTROLS BUILDING EFFICIENCY LTD (UK; METRIKUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71314200 - Energy-management services
- 71314300 - Energy-efficiency consultancy services

## Release History

- 1 Oct 2021 at 08:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c665889-a1b2-4e87-a4d0-2ef654f17630

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c665889-a1b2-4e87-a4d0-2ef654f17630
  1st October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dfb926a6-92ae-427f-b9ac-75a732bd1208
  2021/S 000-021691 Find a Tender Service Contract Award Notice

## Notice URLs

- https://www.nhssourcing.co.uk

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