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Published 27 Jul 2022, 15:19 BST

Official UK procurement notice

Supply of weatherproof and corporate clothing

Official notice

Authority: Scottish Natural Heritage

Framework agreement2 lotsGoodsRestricted procedure
Framework ceiling (notional)£30,000total for 2 lots · framework ceiling, not attributable revenue
Submissions closed 30 Aug 2022
Lots 2see the lot list below

What is being bought2 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

NatureScot wish to set up a framework agreement with one or more suppliers for the supply of i) weatherproof and ii) corporate clothing (e.g. jackets, trousers, hats, gloves, base layers, polo shirts, gilets). Some items will be required to have a naturescot logo or 'tax tab' affixed. Full details will be issued to candidates who are short-listed to Stage 2 of the process. Please note that the estimated figure at II.1.5 below is 'per annum' and covers weatherproof and corporate requirements combined.

CPV: Corporate clothing · Occupational clothing · Weatherproof clothing

How this framework works

From the published notice
Places
up to 4 suppliers

Lots and requirements (2)Procurement structure

2 lots · all with a published value
Lot #1Supply of weatherproof clothingPublished value£25,000

Our current weatherproof/corporate clothing framework is due to expire on 31.10.2022. We wish to replace it with a new 48-month (maximum: 24+12+12) framework, commencing November 2022. SPD submissions received from candidates at Stage 1 will be evaluated using the selection criteria set out in this Contract Notice and the attached SPD, and the candidates deemed most suitable will be short-listed to Stage 2. A full Statement of Requirements will be issued at Stage 2. As a guide, below are some of the garments within scope of Lot 1 of the current framework:

  • lightweight waterproof jacket
  • wildlife management extreme conditions waterproof jacket
  • robust waterproof trousers
  • waterproof gloves/mitts
  • heavyweight hat/cap

Staff requiring these items may be working in remote locations (e.g. moorland, nature reserves) in all weather conditions for long periods. Additional information: Please note that the estimated contract value stated at II.2.6 above is a 'per annum' figure and relates only to this Lot.

Delivery: Scotland
Second stage: up to 6 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: not allowed
Lot #2Supply of corporate clothingPublished value£5,000

Our current weatherproof/corporate clothing framework is due to expire on 31.10.2022. We wish to replace it with a new 48-month (maximum: 24+12+12) framework, commencing November 2022. SPD submissions received from candidates at Stage 1 will be evaluated using the selection criteria set out in this Contract Notice and the attached SPD, and the candidates deemed most suitable will be short-listed to Stage 2. A full Statement of Requirements will be issued at Stage 2. As a guide, below are some of the garments within scope of Lot 2 of the current framework:

  • softshell gilet
  • cotton pique polo shirt
  • heavy hooded top (zipped)
  • sweatshirt (round neck)
  • baseball cap Additional information: Please note that the estimated contract value stated at II.2.6 above is a 'per annum' figure and relates only to this Lot.
Delivery: Scotland
Second stage: up to 6 candidates invited to tenderVariant bids: not allowed

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
Conditions of participation1
  • Technical & professional ability

    Please refer to Question 4C1.2 of the SPD attached to this Notice.

    Minimum: Evidence of insurance cover (Public/Employer's Liability) will be requested from successful bidders following Stage 2 of the procurement process but is not required at this stage.
What this means for your bid
  • “Supply of weatherproof and corporate clothing” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, up to 4 suppliers, not a single contract.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record · publisher note attached
Procedure method
Restricted procedure
Legal basis
CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
Procurement category
Goods
Notice status
Closed
Procurement threshold
Unspecified in notice
Regulatory regime
Standard
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Yes (GPA)
Recurring procurement
No (one-off requirement)
First published
27 Jul 2022, 15:19 BST
Last source update
27 Jul 2022, 15:19 BST
Authority reference
PP1231
FTS notice number
2022/S 000-020500
Classification (CPV)
Corporate clothingOccupational clothingWeatherproof clothing
Delivery area
Scotland (UKM)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-035693 Find a Tender
Contract terms
Electronic trading
e-invoicing allowed · electronic ordering · electronic payment

Publisher note: All completed SPDs must be submitted via the Public Contracts Scotland portal, using the secure electronic post-box. Please ensure you allow enough time to prepare/upload your documents by the stated deadline. Please also clearly state within your SPD submission which Lot(s) you are applying for, as each Lot will be evaluated separately. NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=699959. The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx. Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. (SC Ref:699959) Download the ESPD document here: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=699959

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: Public Contracts Scotland · Who buys & how to bid on PCS
Supplier login requiredLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free single registration for Scotland; PCS-Tender (Jaggaer) for full bidding
Appointment period ends
30 Aug 2022, 17:00 BST
Submission channel
{"electronicSubmission"}
Accepted languages
en
Bid validity
90 days from the deadline
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Timeline

27 Jul 2022 → 13 Sept 2022 · 3 dates
  1. Notice published
    27 Jul 2022, 15:19 BST
  2. Admission / appointment period endsperiod end, not a bid countdown
    30 Aug 2022, 17:00 BST
  3. Invitations to tender expected
    13 Sept 2022, 00:00 BST

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

Scottish Natural Heritage

Contracting authorityNational or federal agency/officeEnvironmental protection Great Glen House, Leachkin Road, Inverness, Scotland, IV3 8NWContact name, email, phone Published organisation website ↗

Dispute resolution & review bodies

  • Inverness Sheriff CourtReview body InvernessContact email, phone

Official documents & specifications

Official links; attachments are not copied

No document links were published on the notice.