Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Procurement Department, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, 84 Castle Street
Glasgow
G4 0SF
Contact
Marie Slaven
Telephone
+44 1412015388
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKM82 - Glasgow City
Internet address(es)
Main address
http://www.nhsggc.scot/about-us/procurement/
Buyer's address
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10722
one.2) Information about joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
one.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at
www.publiccontractsscotland.go.uk
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via
www.publiccontractsscotland.go.uk
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
one.5) Main activity
Health
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
Taxi and Transport Service for Passengers and Urgent Packages
Reference number
GGC0926
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 60120000 - Taxi services
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) requires a service to transport passengers and urgent packages in a timely, efficient and economic manner. Journeys figures stated are based on financial data from 2023/2024 and are for indication only. Figures are an approx. and not binding to NHSGGC. Below is breakdown of; Lot, area covered and approx. monthly journeys -
Lot 1 Glasgow City - 6000
Lot 2 East Dunbartonshire - 100
Lot 3 West Dunbartonshire - 80
Lot 4 East Renfrewshire - 100
Lot 5: Renfrewshire - 700
Lot 6 Inverclyde - 200
Lot 7 Blood Transport (Board wide) - 600
This business sector is at risk of infiltrations by serious and organised crime (SOC). NHSGGC has therefore enhanced the criteria and will follow NHSGGC Procurement department's SOC mitigation protocol. Economic operators must comply fully with the conditions for participation set out in section III. Please read in conjunction with the Single Procurement Document which is provided via this contract notice.
two.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT: £7,680,000
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Glasgow City
Lot No
1
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 60120000 - Taxi services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM82 - Glasgow City
Main site or place of performance
Glasgow City
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NHSGGC covers almost 400 different locations across the Greater Glasgow and Clyde (GGC) area. NHSGGC require a transport service for passengers and critical deliveries around GGC sites and further afield. Lot 1 is for journeys required in the Glasgow City area.
The overall objective of this contract Lot is to provide NHSGGC with a service to transport passengers and critical deliveries in a timely, efficient and economic manner. Availability and punctuality are essential to this service.
The journeys stated below are for indication only and not binding to NHSGGC.
Lot 1 Glasgow City - 6000
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Techncial / Weighting: 30
Cost criterion - Name: Commercial / Weighting: 70
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
12
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
3 x 12 month extension periods
two.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Maximum number: 5
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
The number of companies shortlisted for Invitation to tender (ITT) will be limited to 5. Responses will be scored based on the criteria set out in section III and the successful bidder's details will then be passed to the Serious and Organised Crime Interventions, Greater Glasgow Division of Police Scotland for further vetting. Bidders must obtain a score of 80% in the SPD Scored questions to be eligible for shortlisting.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
East Dunbartonshire
Lot No
2
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 60120000 - Taxi services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM81 - East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire and Helensburgh & Lomond
- UKM82 - Glasgow City
Main site or place of performance
East Dunbartonshire
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NHSGGC covers almost 400 different locations across the Greater Glasgow and Clyde (GGC) area. NHSGGC require a transport service for passengers and critical deliveries around GGC sites and further afield. Lot 2 is for journeys required in the East Dunbartonshire area.
The overall objective of this contract Lot is to provide NHSGGC with a service to transport passengers and critical deliveries in a timely, efficient and economic manner. Availability and punctuality are essential to this service.
The journeys stated below are for indication only and not binding to NHSGGC.
Lot 2 East Dunbartonshire - 100
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 30
Cost criterion - Name: Commercial / Weighting: 70
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
12
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
3 x 12 month extension periods
two.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Maximum number: 5
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
The number of companies shortlisted for Invitation to tender (ITT) will be limited to 5. Responses will be scored based on the criteria set out in section III and the successful bidder's details will then be passed to the Serious and Organised Crime Interventions, Greater Glasgow Division of Police Scotland for further vetting. Bidders must obtain a score of 80% in the SPD Scored questions to be eligible for shortlisting.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
West Dunbartonshire
Lot No
3
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 60120000 - Taxi services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM81 - East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire and Helensburgh & Lomond
Main site or place of performance
West Dunbartonshire
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NHSGGC covers almost 400 different locations across the Greater Glasgow and Clyde (GGC) area. NHSGGC require a transport service for passengers and critical deliveries around GGC sites and further afield. Lot 3 is for journeys required in the West Dunbartonshire area.
The overall objective of this contract Lot is to provide NHSGGC with a service to transport passengers and critical deliveries in a timely, efficient and economic manner. Availability and punctuality are essential to this service.
The journeys stated below are for indication only and not binding to NHSGGC.
Lot 3 - West Dunbartonshire - 80
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 30
Cost criterion - Name: Commercial / Weighting: 70
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
12
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
3 x 12 month extension periods
two.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Maximum number: 5
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
The number of companies shortlisted for Invitation to tender (ITT) will be limited to 5. Responses will be scored based on the criteria set out in section III and the successful bidder's details will then be passed to the Serious and Organised Crime Interventions, Greater Glasgow Division of Police Scotland for further vetting. Bidders must obtain a score of 80% in the SPD Scored questions to be eligible for shortlisting.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
East Renfrewshire
Lot No
4
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 60120000 - Taxi services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM83 - Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire and Renfrewshire
Main site or place of performance
East Renfrewshire
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NHSGGC covers almost 400 different locations across the Greater Glasgow and Clyde (GGC) area. NHSGGC require a transport service for passengers and critical deliveries around GGC sites and further afield. Lot 4 is for journeys required in the East Renfrewshire area.
The overall objective of this contract Lot is to provide NHSGGC with a service to transport passengers and critical deliveries in a timely, efficient and economic manner. Availability and punctuality are essential to this service.
The journeys stated below are for indication only and not binding to NHSGGC.
Lot 4 East Renfrewshire - 100
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 30
Cost criterion - Name: Commercial / Weighting: 70
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
12
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
3 x 12 month extension periods
two.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Maximum number: 5
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
The number of companies shortlisted for Invitation to tender (ITT) will be limited to 5. Responses will be scored based on the criteria set out in section III and the successful bidder's details will then be passed to the Serious and Organised Crime Interventions, Greater Glasgow Division of Police Scotland for further vetting. Bidders must obtain a score of 80% in the SPD Scored questions to be eligible for shortlisting.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Renfrewshire
Lot No
5
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 60120000 - Taxi services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM83 - Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire and Renfrewshire
Main site or place of performance
Renfrewshire
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NHSGGC covers almost 400 different locations across the Greater Glasgow and Clyde (GGC) area. NHSGGC require a transport service for passengers and critical deliveries around GGC sites and further afield. Lot 5 is for journeys required in the Renfrewshire area.
The overall objective of this contract Lot is to provide NHSGGC with a service to transport passengers and critical deliveries in a timely, efficient and economic manner. Availability and punctuality are essential to this service.
The journeys stated below are for indication only and not binding to NHSGGC.
Lot 5 Renfrewshire - 700
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 30
Cost criterion - Name: Commercial / Weighting: 70
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
12
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
3 x 12 month extension periods
two.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Maximum number: 5
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
The number of companies shortlisted for Invitation to tender (ITT) will be limited to 5. Responses will be scored based on the criteria set out in section III and the successful bidder's details will then be passed to the Serious and Organised Crime Interventions, Greater Glasgow Division of Police Scotland for further vetting. Bidders must obtain a score of 80% in the SPD Scored questions to be eligible for shortlisting.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Inverclyde
Lot No
6
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 60120000 - Taxi services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM83 - Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire and Renfrewshire
Main site or place of performance
Inverclyde
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NHSGGC covers almost 400 different locations across the Greater Glasgow and Clyde (GGC) area. NHSGGC require a transport service for passengers and critical deliveries around GGC sites and further afield. Lot 6 is for journeys required in the Inverclyde area.
The overall objective of this contract Lot is to provide NHSGGC with a service to transport passengers and critical deliveries in a timely, efficient and economic manner. Availability and punctuality are essential to this service.
The journeys stated below are for indication only and not binding to NHSGGC.
Lot 6 Inverclyde - 200
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 30
Cost criterion - Name: Commercial / Weighting: 70
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
12
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
3 x 12 month extension periods
two.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Maximum number: 5
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
The number of companies shortlisted for Invitation to tender (ITT) will be limited to 5. Responses will be scored based on the criteria set out in section III and the successful bidder's details will then be passed to the Serious and Organised Crime Interventions, Greater Glasgow Division of Police Scotland for further vetting. Bidders must obtain a score of 80% in the SPD Scored questions to be eligible for shortlisting.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
two.2) Description
two.2.1) Title
Blood Transport (Board wide)
Lot No
7
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 60120000 - Taxi services
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM81 - East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire and Helensburgh & Lomond
- UKM82 - Glasgow City
- UKM83 - Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire and Renfrewshire
Main site or place of performance
Greater Glasgow & Clyde
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
NHSGGC covers almost 400 different locations across the Greater Glasgow and Clyde (GGC) area. NHSGGC require a transport service for passengers and critical deliveries around GGC sites and further afield. Lot 7 is for journeys required in the Glasgow Glasgow & Clyde area.
The overall objective of this contract Lot is to provide NHSGGC with a service to transport passengers and critical deliveries in a timely, efficient and economic manner. Availability and punctuality are essential to this service.
The journeys stated below are for indication only and not binding to NHSGGC.
Lot 7 Blood Transport (Board wide) - 600
two.2.5) Award criteria
Quality criterion - Name: Technical / Weighting: 30
Cost criterion - Name: Commercial / Weighting: 70
two.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months
12
This contract is subject to renewal
Yes
Description of renewals
3 x 12 month extension periods
two.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Maximum number: 5
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
The number of companies shortlisted for Invitation to tender (ITT) will be limited to 5. Responses will be scored based on the criteria set out in section III and the successful bidder's details will then be passed to the Serious and Organised Crime Interventions, Greater Glasgow Division of Police Scotland for further vetting. Bidders must obtain a score of 80% in the SPD Scored questions to be eligible for shortlisting.
two.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted: No
two.2.11) Information about options
Options: No
two.2.13) Information about European Union Funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Section three. Legal, economic, financial and technical information
three.1) Conditions for participation
three.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions
All economic operators (EO's) must complete the Single Procurement Document (SPD) via the Public Contracts Scotland (PCS) portal. EO's must read the SPD in conjunction with all of the sections set out below. Failure to provide information will exclude EO's from participation in the tender stage.
With reference to section 3A of the SPD and in line with NHSGGC SOC protocol, EO's must complete and return the Stakeholder Information form which is uploaded with this Contract Notice. The Board will verify all the foregoing responses by providing copies of all information submitted to the Greater Glasgow Serious Organised Crime Interventions, Police Scotland who will undertake criminal history conviction checks on all those individuals identified. To assist in such verification process, organisations must provide the information requested in respect of each individual who falls within any one or more of the categories detailed in the form. This is a pass/fail question. In failing, EO's will be excluded from participation in the tender stage.
With reference to section 3A of the SPD and in line with NHSGGC SOC protocol, EO's must complete and return the Declaration of Non Involvement in Serious Organised Crime form which is uploaded with this Contract Notice. The Board will verify all the foregoing responses by providing copies of all information submitted to the Greater Glasgow Serious Organised Crime Interventions, Police Scotland who will undertake criminal history conviction checks on all those individuals identified above. To assist in such verification process organisations must provide the information requested in respect of each individual who falls within any one or more of the categories detailed in the form. This is a pass/fail question. In failing, EO's will be excluded from participation in the tender stage.
With reference to SPD Question 4A2a, EO's must confirm all drivers providing services to NHSGGC for this contract, must have the required level of disclosure in line with the Disclosure Scotland guidance, prior to the commencement of the contract. This is a pass/fail question. In failing, EO's will be excluded from participation in the tender stage.
With reference to SPD Question 4A2a, EO's must confirm all drivers providing services to NHSGGC for this contract must receive Level 1 Child Protection Training prior to the commencement of this contract. This is a pass/fail question. In failing, EO's will be excluded from participation in in the tender stage.
three.1.2) Economic and financial standing
List and brief description of selection criteria
With reference to SPD question 4B1a, EO’s are required to state turnover for the last three (3) financial years.
Mandatory criteria: Turnover for each year stated must be at least 2 times the estimated contract value stated in the Contract Notice.
With reference to SPD question 4B6, EO’s are required to provide the following ratios
- Current Ratio (Liquidity Ratio) of the Company (total current assets divided by total current liabilities) — Acceptable Range is >0.99
- Net Profit Margin of the Company (net profits divided by revenue x100) -- Acceptable Range is >0 (i.e. positive) or higher
These ratios will be used to assess the EO's financial strength and security; and to determine whether a parent company guarantee or another instrument may be required by the Authority.
With reference to SPD question 4B6, and in line with NHSGGC’s SCO protocol, EO’s must provide one copy of the organisation’s FULLY audited accounts and if applicable the accounts of the group for the last three financial years, together with details of any significant changes since the last year end. The counts should be in English and in UK Sterling. If the original documents are not in English, please provide copies of the original and a certified translation into English. If the sums in the accounts are not expressed in UK Sterling, please provide copies of the originals and a UK Sterling rate equivalent copy utilising the pound buys exchange rate applicable on date of the contract advert. The auditors must certify the equivalent copy accounts. The original accounts should have been signed and dated by Directors and auditors or marked as draft. This is a pass/fail question. In failing, EO's will be excluded from participation in the tender stage. Should you wish the financial information from your parent company or group to be taken into consideration then a Parent Company Guarantee must be completed and returned. If a duly signed parent company guarantee in this form is not included in with your response, the financial information of the organisation submitting the questionnaire will be assessed. If an organisation is exempt to the requirement to publish audited accounts under the Companies Act 2006 or under The Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006, then two years unaudited accounts should be provided together with a statement from the company’s principle banker. If an organisation is exempt from the audit requirement you must supply the last 2 years annual accounts certified by an independent Chartered Accountant or accompanied by a positive banker’s reference.
With reference to SPD question 4B.6, and in line with NHSGGC’s SOC protocol, EO’s must provide the organisation’s bank details on a company letterhead. A template of what information is required has been uploaded with this Contract Notice. This is a pass/fail question. In failing to provide, EO's will be excluded from participation in the tender stage.
With reference to SPD question 4B.6, and in line with NHSGGC’s SOC protocol, EO’s must provide appropriate statements from your principle bankers providing information as to funding and cash flow capacity to undertake the contract. This is a pass/fail question. In failing to provide, EO's will be excluded from participation in the tender stage.
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required
With reference to SPD question 4B5b, EO's must hold and evidence Employer’s (Compulsory) Liability Insurance = GBP5m. If EO's do not currently have this level of insurance, they must agree to put it in place prior to contract commencement. This is a pass/fail question. In failing, EO's will be excluded from participation in the tender stage.
With reference to SPD question 4B5c, EO's must hold and evidence Public Liability Insurance = GBP10m. If EO's do not currently have this level of insurance, they must agree to put it in place prior to contract commencement. This is a pass/fail question. In failing, EO's will be excluded from participation in the tender stage.
three.1.3) Technical and professional ability
List and brief description of selection criteria
With reference to SPD question 4C1.2 EO's are required to provide examples that demonstrate they have the relevant experience to deliver the services. Examples must be from within the last three (3) years. Bidders must provide details of four (4) instances of the organisation’s experience in delivering services similar to those described. If applicable, the Board would prefer these similar services to be
related to a contract undertaken by the consortium or the leading company and their sub-contractor(s). Use the template uploaded with this Contract Notice only to respond. If you do not provide 4 examples of experience or references, this will be a non-compliant request to participate and your tender will be excluded from the tender stage. This is a scored question with a weighting of 40%.
With reference to SPD question 4C8.1 EO's are required to confirm their average annual manpower for the last three years? This is a scored question with a weighting of 25%.
With reference to SPD question 4C9 please provide details of IT & Software systems in place to service current contracts? This can include but not limited to Call Centre Booking Systems, Customer Booking Websites, Customer Taxi Booking Apps, Android Apps for Drivers. This is a scored question with a weighting of 25%.
With reference to SPD question 4C3a what contingency plan do you have in place for staff sickness/absence? This is a scored question with a weighting of 10%.
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required
With reference to SPD question 4D.1 Tenderers must evidence or commit to obtain ISO9001 or other documented quality management system endorsed by the organisation’s chief executive or equivalent.
With reference to SPD question 4D.1 EO’s must hold and evidence or commit to obtain, within 6 months of the contract start date, a whistleblowing policy consistent with the National Whistleblowing Standards that can be found at the following link:
https://inwo.spso.org.uk/national-whistleblowing-%20standards
With reference to SPD question 4D.2 EO’s must evidence or commit to obtain ISO14001 or other documented quality management system endorsed by the organisation’s chief executive or equivalent.
three.2) Conditions related to the contract
three.2.1) Information about a particular profession
Execution of the service is reserved to a particular profession
Reference to the relevant law, regulation or administrative provision
With reference to SPD 4A1a, EO's providing hire car services within the Civil Government Scotland Act 1982 must confirm they have the relevant licenses. This is pass/fail. In failing EOs will be excluded from participation in the tender stage. With reference to SPD 4A1a, EOs providing hire car services within the Civil Government Scotland Act 1982 must confirm they have a Booking Office License issued by the appropriate council and must not be under suspension. This is pass/fail. In failing EOs will be excluded from participation in the tender stage. With reference to SPD 4A1a, EOs providing hire car services within the Civil Government Scotland Act 1982 must confirm they have a Private Hire Car or Taxi License issued by the appropriate council and must not be under suspension. This pass/fail. In failing EOs will be excluded from participation in the tender stage. With reference to SPD 4A1a, EOs providing hire car services within the Civil Government Scotland Act 1982 must confirm they have a Private Hire car or Taxi Drivers License issued by the appropriate council and must not be under suspension. This is pass/fail. In failing EOs will be excluded from participation in the tender stage. EOs not providing hire car services as defined by the Civic Government Scotland Act 1982 must provide evidence-They are a fit and proper organisation e.g. letter of support from Police Scotland or Local Authority-They have a valid exemption certificate provided by the Local Authority
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.1) Type of procedure
Restricted procedure
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
four.2) Administrative information
four.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date
14 November 2024
Local time
1:00pm
four.2.3) Estimated date of dispatch of invitations to tender or to participate to selected candidates
25 November 2024
four.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
English
four.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender
Duration in months: 12 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)
Section six. Complementary information
six.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
six.3) Additional information
This is a sector identified at risk of infiltration by serious organised crime (SOC) by the Greater Glasgow Serious Organised Crime Interventions, Police Scotland and as such mitigating actions will be required as part of this procurement process. The procurement of the Taxi and Transport Service for Passengers and Urgent Packages will follow the NHSGGC Procurement Department’s SOC mitigation protocol. EO's seeking to participate must provide the information required in this notice which will be pre-vetted by Greater Glasgow Serious Organised Crime Interventions, Police Scotland and NHSGGC Procurement team. Request information must be uploaded with response to this Contract Notice via PCS portal and/or within the SPD. Failure to supply required information will prevent the EO from proceeding to the tender stage.
As this contract involves a business sector at risk of SOC infiltration, sub-contracting is not allowed without the prior express agreement of the NHSGGC. Any sub-contractor will be required to be pre-vetted by the Greater Glasgow Serious Organised Crime Interventions unit of Police Scotland.
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=779026.
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.
The Contracting Authority does not intend to include a sub-contract clause as part of community benefits (as per Section 25 of the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014) in this contract for the following reason:
EO's will be required to inform the Board if they intend to sub-contract in line with the requirements of the SPD.
Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows:
Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see
https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows
A scoring community benefits question will been asked within stage 2 Invitation to Tender documents.
(SC Ref:779026)
Download the ESPD document here: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=779026
six.4) Procedures for review
six.4.1) Review body
Glasgow Sheriff Court
1 Carlton Place
Glasgow
G5 9DA
Country
United Kingdom