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title: "MLCSU Request for Quotation IT Storage Racking"
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buyer: "NHS MIDLANDS AND LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT (HOSTED BY NHS ENGLAND)"
published: "2023-07-11"
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# MLCSU Request for Quotation IT Storage Racking

Buyer: NHS MIDLANDS AND LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT (HOSTED BY NHS ENGLAND)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e50f03be-40a3-47c7-92b1-c8303e8cd07a

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## Summary

The NHS Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit (hosted by NHS England) has initiated a tender for the procurement of IT storage racking under the title "MLCSU Request for Quotation IT Storage Racking". The procurement falls under the industry category of works and is located in Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom. The tender, following an open procurement method, is currently at the planning stage with a tender period closing on 24th July 2023 and a contract period starting on 8th August 2023.

This tender offers opportunities for businesses, especially SMEs, that can provide efficient IT storage racking solutions. Businesses with expertise in works related to storage facilities, racking systems, and equipment handling are well-suited to compete. Interested businesses can participate through the Atamis e-sourcing portal. The procurement process emphasises the need for innovative ideas, efficient space utilization, and minimal moving requirements, creating a conducive environment for businesses to showcase their capabilities and contribute to the IT service industry.

## Notice

Key activities required To provide off the floor storage racking for an IT storage facility. Facility will be base in 140 sq.m of space (plan provided). * The storage facility is required to hold a volume more than 80 m3 of equipment and ideally no taller than 2.1 m high, approximately. * There should be space for of approximately 15sq/m of space to have yellow hatching. * Clear floor markings around the floor, designating the racking and floor directions and space for a fire route to the rear of the building. * Racking needs to have a wooden base for each shelf and approximately 1m depth. * Various storage bins need to be incorporated for smaller items, such as Mouse/Keyboard/peripherals * Pallet truck is required for deliveries * Minimal moving and handling requirements. List of items that will be stored: PC's Laptops Printers Server/Network kit Computer peripherals Computer Monitors Desired output To provide a racking an efficient racking system for an IT service that will maintain and have fast flow of kit in and out of the unit. Desired skills Support in planning desired outcome Open to innovative ideas for improved storing activity Provide solutions for an efficient use of space. Additional information: To express interest and participate in the tender, please register and apply via Atamis e-sourcing portal https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome. Should Tenderers have any queries, or having problems using the portal, they should contact Helpdesk at: Phone: 0800 9956035 E-mail: support-health@atamis.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eaa6269f-1910-4f01-9498-1d7058f8fcd3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jul 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Aug 2023 - 31 Aug 2023 |
| 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 | NHS MIDLANDS AND LANCASHIRE COMMISSIONING SUPPORT UNIT (HOSTED BY NHS ENGLAND) |
| Locality | STOKE-ON-TRENT |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST4 4LX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent |
| Local authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Electoral ward | Fenton West & Mount Pleasant |
| Westminster constituency | Stoke-on-Trent Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39151100 - Racking

## Release History

- 11 Jul 2023 at 16:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eaa6269f-1910-4f01-9498-1d7058f8fcd3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eaa6269f-1910-4f01-9498-1d7058f8fcd3
  11th July 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://health-family.force.com/s/Welcome

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