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title: "Preliminary market consultation in accordance with Regulation 41 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, as amended for Renfrewshire Council, Associated Bodies and Renfrewshire Valuation Joint Board, Insurance Framework"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2021-05-07"
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# Preliminary market consultation in accordance with Regulation 41 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, as amended for Renfrewshire Council, Associated Bodies and Renfrewshire Valuation Joint Board, Insurance Framework

Buyer: RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000653213

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## Summary

Renfrewshire Council, based in Paisley, has initiated a preliminary market consultation for an Insurance Framework. This procurement process falls under the 'Planning' stage and aims to engage with potential suppliers ahead of future tender submissions. The consultation will occur on the 21st of May 2021, from 10 am to 12 noon, with additional individual sessions scheduled from 2 pm. The framework is intended to cover various insurance services, including Property Damage, Combined Liability, and Engineering Insurance, amongst others. Full procurement details will be made available in future notices, with the next communication date set for the 1st of June 2021.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the insurance sector, particularly those specialising in risk management, property, and liability coverage. Companies capable of providing comprehensive insurance solutions are well-suited to respond. The consultation event allows for engagement with the buying organisation to better understand specific requirements, making it ideal for insurers looking to expand their client base with local authorities and related bodies. Interested suppliers are encouraged to register for the event to obtain valuable insights that could shape their tender submissions effectively.

## Notice

Online Market Engagement Event in accordance with Regulation 41 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, as amended. Renfrewshire Council acting as the lead authority to secure insurance cover (excluding broker services) for the Council, Associated Bodies and the Renfrewshire Valuation Joint Board, is holding an online market engagement event via Microsoft Teams. This market engagement event will be used to inform this future tender, the decision to use any feedback or comments made during this event rests with Renfrewshire Council. Full details of the insurance requirements and proposed Framework Agreement will be published by Renfrewshire Council in the contract notice and procurement documents. The proposed arrangements include a number of lots being considered e.g. Property Damage including claims handling (above deductible), Terrorism, Combined Liability, Motor Fleet, including claims handling (own damage > deductible, and any third party claims), Computer, Contractors All Risk, Engineering Insurance and Inspection, Group Personal Accident/Travel, Fidelity Guarantee, Medical Malpractice, Marine Craft. Please note that the presentation will be recorded and included with the tender when it is issued on Public Contracts Scotland -Tender (PCS-T) portal. The event will take place on Friday 21st May 2021 - 10am to 12 noon and then individual sessions from 2pm. The agenda for this is noted below. - Welcome -Presentation of Renfrewshire Council and Renfrewshire Valuation Joint Board business activities and importance of risk management culture -Presentation on the summary of requirements -Presentation on procurement requirements for a compliant tender -Next steps - publishing of presentation and Q/As, and details of the timetable -Questions in open forum 2pm onwards - individual 15 min slots for supplier questions (please note when registering if you wish a slot). Please register if you wish to attend by sending an email to the following address; cpu@renfrewshire.gov.uk with Insurance Market Engagement Event in the title, providing the names and email addresses of those wishing to attend. You should also state if you wish a 15 min slot to be allocated for individual questions at the end. Please note that these sessions will also be recorded for minute taking purposes and will not be shared. Generic questions/responses deemed appropriate to be shared, will be captured and issued in a document as part of the tender in PCS-T. Comments are invited and welcome, but that Renfrewshire Council is under no obligation to accept them, and that any decisions taken following the consultation are made by Renfrewshire Council in accordance with the applicable law.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Preliminary market consultation in accordance with Regulation 41 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, as amended for Renfrewshire Council, Associated Bodies and Renfrewshire Valuation Joint Board, Insurance Framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY414092 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| 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 | 7 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jun 2021 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | RENFREWSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | RENFREWSHIRE VALUATION JOINT BOARD |
| Locality | PAISLEY |
| Post town | Paisley |
| Postcode | PA1 1JB |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire |
| Local authority | Renfrewshire |
| Electoral ward | Paisley Northeast and Ralston |
| Westminster constituency | Paisley and Renfrewshire North |
| Delivery location | TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66510000 - Insurance services

## Release History

- 7 May 2021 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY414092

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY414092
  Preliminary market consultation in accordance with Regulation 41 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, as amended for Renfrewshire Council, Associated Bodies and Renfrewshire Valuation Joint Board, Insurance Framework - Online Market Engagement Event in accordance with Regulation 41 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, as amended. Renfrewshire Council acting as the lead authority to secure insurance cover (excluding broker services) for the Council, Associated Bodies and the Renfrewshire Valuation Joint Board, is holding an online market engagement event via Microsoft Teams. This market engagement event will be used to inform this future tender, the decision to use any feedback or comments made during this event rests with Renfrewshire Council. Full details of the insurance requirements and proposed Framework Agreement will be published by Renfrewshire Council in the contract notice and procurement documents. The proposed arrangements include a number of lots being considered e.g. Property Damage including claims handling (above deductible), Terrorism, Combined Liability, Motor Fleet, including claims handling (own damage > deductible, and any third party claims), Computer, Contractors All Risk, Engineering Insurance and Inspection, Group Personal Accident/Travel, Fidelity Guarantee, Medical Malpractice, Marine Craft. Please note that the presentation will be recorded and included with the tender when it is issued on Public Contracts Scotland -Tender (PCS-T) portal. The event will take place on Friday 21st May 2021 - 10am to 12 noon and then individual sessions from 2pm. The agenda for this is noted below. - Welcome -Presentation of Renfrewshire Council and Renfrewshire Valuation Joint Board business activities and importance of risk management culture -Presentation on the summary of requirements -Presentation on procurement requirements for a compliant tender -Next steps - publishing of presentation and Q/As, and details of the timetable -Questions in open forum 2pm onwards - individual 15 min slots for supplier questions (please note when registering if you wish a slot). Please register if you wish to attend by sending an email to the following address; cpu@renfrewshire.gov.uk with Insurance Market Engagement Event in the title, providing the names and email addresses of those wishing to attend. You should also state if you wish a 15 min slot to be allocated for individual questions at the end. Please note that these sessions will also be recorded for minute taking purposes and will not be shared. Generic questions/responses deemed appropriate to be shared, will be captured and issued in a document as part of the tender in PCS-T. Comments are invited and welcome, but that Renfrewshire Council is under no obligation to accept them, and that any decisions taken following the consultation are made by Renfrewshire Council in accordance with the applicable law.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.renfrewshire.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000653213

## Provenance

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