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title: "FMM-21-016 Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services for the Education Authority"
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# FMM-21-016 Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services for the Education Authority

Buyer: EDUCATION AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-032e32

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## Summary

The Education Authority (EA) of Northern Ireland has completed a procurement process for the "Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services" under the title FMM-21-016. This service contract was established for an initial period of 24 months, with the potential for two extensions of 12 months each. Classified under the CPV code for "hire of goods-transport vehicles with driver", the contract encompasses services across multiple sites throughout Northern Ireland, covering primary and post-primary schools, as well as various educational institutions. The procurement method used was a limited procedure, with the award communicated to tenderers after a standstill period, ensuring compliance with the procurement regulations. Key dates include the award announcements made on 23 March 2022. 

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses in the logistics and transportation sectors, particularly those with expertise in educational service delivery. Suppliers capable of providing reliable transport services, along with those focusing on social value outcomes, will be well positioned to compete for future opportunities. Businesses that have experience with similar contracts, especially those that can demonstrate sustainable practices and a commitment to social inclusion as mandated by the EA, will find this an advantageous tender to engage with as the contract includes specific social considerations and performance monitoring requirements.

## Notice

FMM-21-016 Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services for the Education Authority for an initial period of 24 months with the option to extend for 2 further periods of 12 months

### Lot Information

Lot 1 South west

FMM-21-016 Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services for the Education Authority for an initial period of 24 months with the option to extend for 2 further periods of 12 months. Additional information: This Contract will be established on behalf of EA, Primary and Post Primary schools under the control of the EA, Catholic Maintained Schools, Independent Schools in NI, Irish Medium Schools in NI, both Controlled and Voluntary Grammar Schools, Nursery School for NI (both controlled and Catholic Maintained), school meals kitchens on-site at all of these schools, and Controlled Youth Centres https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/services/schools-plus. Due to the independent nature of these bodies and schools within Northern Ireland, there is no obligation to become party to the Collection, Delivery Transfer and Disposal Services Contract if a value for money solution can be achieved through an alternative contract. The value shown in II.2.6) is the highest value estimate on the basis of a two year contract with the option to extend the contract for two further periods of 12 months as detailed in document FMM-21-016 Commercial Conditions of Contract. There is no commitment as to the usage, volume, or value of products required under this Contract.

Options: Extension options: This Contract has the option to extend for two further periods of 12 months as outlined in document FMM-21-016 Commercial Conditions of Contract.

Lot 2 North

FMM-21-016 Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services for the Education Authority for an initial period of 24 months with the option to extend for 2 further periods of 12 months. Additional information: This Contract will be established on behalf of EA, Primary and Post Primary schools under the control of the EA, Catholic Maintained Schools, Independent Schools in NI, Irish Medium Schools in NI, both Controlled and Voluntary Grammar Schools, Nursery School for NI (both controlled and Catholic Maintained), school meals kitchens on-site at all of these schools, and Controlled Youth Centres https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/services/schools-plus. Due to the independent nature of these bodies and schools within Northern Ireland, there is no obligation to become party to the Collection, Delivery Transfer and Disposal Services Contract if a value for money solution can be achieved through an alternative contract. The value shown in II.2.6) is the highest value estimate on the basis of a two year contract with the option to extend the contract for two further periods of 12 months as detailed in document FMM-21-016 Commercial Conditions of Contract. There is no commitment as to the usage, volume, or value of products required under this Contract.

Options: Extension options: This Contract has the option to extend for two further periods of 12 months as outlined in document FMM-21-016 Commercial Conditions of Contract

Lot 3 East

FMM-21-016 Collection, Delivery, Transfer and Disposal Services for the Education Authority for an initial period of 24 months with the option to extend for 2 further periods of 12 months. Additional information: This Contract will be established on behalf of EA, Primary and Post Primary schools under the control of the EA, Catholic Maintained Schools, Independent Schools in NI, Irish Medium Schools in NI, both Controlled and Voluntary Grammar Schools, Nursery School for NI (both controlled and Catholic Maintained), school meals kitchens on-site at all of these schools, and Controlled Youth Centres https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/services/schools-plus. Due to the independent nature of these bodies and schools within Northern Ireland, there is no obligation to become party to the Collection, Delivery Transfer and Disposal Services Contract if a value for money solution can be achieved through an alternative contract. The value shown in II.2.6) is the highest value estimate on the basis of a two year contract with the option to extend the contract for two further periods of 12 months as detailed in document FMM-21-016 Commercial Conditions of Contract. There is no commitment as to the usage, volume, or value of products required under this Contract.

Options: Extension options: This Contract has the option to extend for two further periods of 12 months as outlined in document FMM-21-016 Commercial Conditions of Contract.

### Procurement Information

This Contract is not an award without prior notice. The Contract Notice for this procurement was published on Find-A-Tender on 14 December 2021 under the number 2021/S 000-031103.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010134-2022 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £450,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EDUCATION AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BALLYMENA |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT1 2NQ |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Duncairn |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast North |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | COASTWAYS STORAGE AND REMOVALS; DELIVERY SERVICES & STORAGE; GTM RELOCATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 44619300 - Crates
- 60180000 - Hire of goods-transport vehicles with driver
- 60181000 - Hire of trucks with driver
- 60183000 - Hire of vans with driver
- 98341120 - Portering services

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2022 at 15:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010134-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps
- https://www.education-ni.gov.uk/services/schools-plus

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