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title: "UK-London: Laboratory Analysis and Tariff Classification Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-031f91"
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# UK-London: Laboratory Analysis and Tariff Classification Service

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-031f91

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## Summary

The procurement process relates to a tender initiated by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for a "Laboratory Analysis and Tariff Classification Service" aimed at supporting customs activities in the UK. This service falls under the category of laboratory services, with a total contract value of £1,100,000. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with future notices expected by 2 May 2022. The tender is located in London, United Kingdom, and participants must submit their responses electronically via the HMRC SAP Ariba platform.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth for businesses specialising in laboratory services, customs consultancy, and tariff classification. Companies with expertise in analytical services, an understanding of UK and EU Trade Tariffs, and a capability to support customs compliance would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement could enhance their visibility within the public sector and potentially lead to further collaborations with government agencies.

## Notice

The successful Supplier must be able to offer a full representational analytical service to the Authority to support its work outlined below. Background to the Requirement - In order to establish how much duty is due on a particular type of commodity, each product entering the UK is classified in accordance with the UK Trade Tariff or the EU Customs Tariff depending on the movement of goods and a 10 -14 digit commodity code allocated. HMRC is responsible for ensuring that goods entering the country are legal and declared correctly to customs. This is done by pre and post clearance documentary checks and physical examination of goods. At the UK border this work is done by Border Force collecting samples from shipments, and inland this work is conducted by HMRC who visit traders premises and undertake audits. In the course of this work goods may be confiscated for further examination to establish the specific make up and content with a view to pursuing any criminal activity identified concerning prohibited or counterfeit goods. The Requirement - The supplier is required to provide analytical and technical services to the Authority for the purpose of determining the correct make up of a substance or sample to assist with 'classification' of goods and illicit trading within the UK. The supplier must have an in-depth knowledge of the UK & EU Trade Tariffs, and understand classification principles to ensure accurate identification of goods from analysis and enable the Authority to determine: * The correct Commodity code * The correct amount of duties (Customs & Excise) and VAT are paid * The collection of statistical information is maintained * Whether an import or export licence is required * That a Tariff Quota is applicable and/or export refund is due on some agricultural products * The substances within the sample are as declared The Supplier will also on occasion be required to provide Witness statements, and represent the Client at WCO meetings, Court hearings and tribunals. This may be to discuss specialist topics/procedures around analysis or to give explanations of their testing methods and results.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

HMRC invites interested parties to register using the guidance below. This pre-market engagement process will involve an eSourcing RFI using HMRC's eSourcing platform SAP Ariba. Please ensure you are registered with the HMRC SAP Ariba to gain access to the RFI documentation which will contain full details and include an RFI response form for completion. If you are not already registered on HMRC's SAP Ariba eSourcing platform, the registration link is: http://hmrc.supplier-eu.ariba.com/ad/register/SSOActions?type=full As part of the registration process you will receive a system generated email asking you to activate your SAP Ariba supplier account by verifying your email address. Once you have completed the activation process you will receive a further email by return confirming the 'registration process is now complete' and providing you with 'your organisation's account ID' number. If an email response from HMRC is not received within one working day of your request, please re-contact sapariba.hmrcsupport@hmrc.gsi.gov.uk (after first checking your spam in-box) notifying non-receipt and confirming when your registration request was first made. Once you have obtained 'your organization's account ID' number, please email gareth.edwards3@hmrc.gov.uk and copy in e.procurement@hmrc.gov.uk with your account ID number. Once you have complied with the foregoing you will receive an e-mail confirming access to the RFI. Further information about HMRC's procurement tool SAP Ariba, a Suppliers Guide and general information about supplying to HMRC is available on the HMRC website: www.hmrc.gov.uk/about/supplying.htm If you have already registered on SAP Ariba then you may also need to re-register on HMRC's SAP Ariba in order to be added to the event. Interested parties should note that participation in this pre-market engagement exercise is not a prerequisite to participating in any subsequent procurement process. HMRC is committed to ensuring that all parties are treated equally and any information shared during the pre-market engagement will be made available once any formal procurement process is initiated.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006392-2022 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 May 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,100,000 |
| Lots value | £1,100,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | EC3R 6EE |
| 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 | Billingsgate |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 71900000 - Laboratory services
- 75000000 - Administration, defence and social security services

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2022 at 08:23 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006392-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://hmrc.supplier-eu.ariba.com/ad/register/SSOActions?type=full
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs

## Provenance

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