--- title: "Provision of PPE and Clothing" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03e408" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03e408" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03e408.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03e408.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "YORKSHIRE WATER SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2023-07-21" --- # Provision of PPE and Clothing Buyer: YORKSHIRE WATER SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03e408 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03e408) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03e408.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Yorkshire Water Services Limited seeking a single supplier for a comprehensive range of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing. The tender aims to establish a Supply Agreement covering all necessary items without dividing them into separate lots. Suppliers are invited to submit expressions of interest, with the contract's estimated total value over a three-year period amounting to £3,000,000 GBP. The selection process involves two stages: a qualification phase followed by an Invitation to Tender (ITT) stage, which includes an online bidding process in the form of a Reverse eAuction. This tender by Yorkshire Water Services Limited presents an opportunity for suppliers capable of delivering high-quality PPE and clothing to engage in a potentially lucrative contract. Businesses providing a wide range of PPE items, from gloves to high-visibility clothing, are well-suited to compete. The buyer's objective is to identify suppliers who can meet diverse requirements effectively throughout the contract period. Successful bidders will have the opportunity to showcase additional service offerings, enhancing their competitiveness. Suppliers should prepare to participate in a two-stage evaluation process, including demonstrating qualifications and engaging in transparent bidding for commercial success. ## Notice We hereby invite expressions of interest for the establishment of a Supply Agreement encompassing a comprehensive range of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Clothing. This tender will not be divided into separate lots and will cover all necessary PPE and clothing items required. The purpose of this tender process is to select qualified suppliers who can effectively and efficiently deliver high-quality PPE and clothing throughout the duration of the agreement. Please note that any estimated quantities or values provided in this, or other associated documentation are for guidance purposes only. They do not impose any obligation on the organization to purchase specific quantities if a bidder is successful and enters into an Agreement. Interested suppliers are encouraged to submit their expressions of interest in accordance with the instructions provided in the tender documents. We eagerly await proposals from qualified suppliers who can meet our PPE and clothing requirements to the highest standards. ### Lot Information Lot 1 This tender is seeking a single supplier for a comprehensive Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing contract, without any specific lots. The initial contract duration is three years, with the flexibility to extend for up to two additional years (+1 or +2). The estimated annual value of the contract is approximately PS1,000,000 GBP, resulting in an estimated total value of PS3,000,000 GBP over the three-year period. The primary objective is to identify a supplier with the capability to meet diverse PPE and clothing requirements effectively. Suppliers are expected to provide comprehensive quotes encompassing a wide range of items, including gloves, goggles, respirators, coveralls, helmets, footwear, and high-visibility clothing. Moreover, the tender welcomes suppliers who can offer additional services that enhance the overall PPE and clothing provision. While having the ability to supply additional services is advantageous, suppliers focusing solely on meeting the primary requirements will still be considered. The final decision regarding the potential expansion of the contract scope will be made during the evaluation process. YWS shall reserve the right to award single or multiple lots to achieve the best overall commercial solution. Process: In the first instance the expression of interests to participate must be submitted via email to Constantine Metcalf and Beatriz Sambonovich (constantine.metcalf@yorkshirewater.co.uk / beatriz.sambonovich@yorkshirewater.co.uk ) SQ will be issued to the bidders upon a receipt of an expression of interest. The bidders will then be assessed over two stages: First Stage - Qualification: The initial phase of the tender process will involve a thorough assessment of bidders' capabilities through supplier qualification. Bidders will be required to provide evidence of their qualifications for the tender, along with responses to qualitative questions. Additionally, YWS may conduct reference checks with relevant stakeholders to verify the bidders' capabilities. Scoring criteria for each of the SQ questions will be shared alongside the questionnaire. Bidders that do not meet the minimum criteria, will be excluded from the process at this stage. Second stage - Invitation To Tender (ITT): Second Stage - Invitation to Tender (ITT): Thee ITT stage will include two phases: 1) Suppliers will be evaluated based on qualitative and commercial factors for each lot. Clear scoring criteria ensure transparency and fairness. 2) Suppliers will participate in a Revese eAuction, an online bidding process, adjusting bids in real-time to offer the most economically advantageous proposals. Renewal: The contract duration is initially set for three years, with the potential for and extension of up to 2 years, providing flexibility for either a 1+1 arrangement or a straight 2-years. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021032-2023 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Jul 2023 | | Submission deadline | 21 Aug 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | YORKSHIRE WATER SERVICES LIMITED | | Locality | BRADFORD | | Post town | Bradford | | Postcode | BD6 2SZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE41 Bradford | | Local authority | Bradford | | Electoral ward | Royds | | Westminster constituency | Bradford South | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories ### Codes - 18000000 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories ## Release History - 21 Jul 2023 at 07:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021032-2023 ## Notice URLs - http://www.yorkshirewater.com - https://service.ariba.com - https://www.yorkshirewater.com/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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