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II.1.1) Title
Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) Supplies and Services
Reference number: 2021-TR-0056
II.1.2) Main CPV code
30200000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
II.1.4) Short description
SLC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with suppliers to deliver the following: assessment of study needs, assistive technology (AT), assistive technology (AT) training, and the associated support services. English and Welsh domiciled DSA customers are in scope, with services extending nationwide.
To access DSA support, customers will have a needs assessment appointment with a specialist for a discussion – catered to their individual circumstances – about the best type of support available to them.
Assistive technology (AT) supply includes computers and software in addition to a range of other equipment such as ergonomic furniture, computer peripherals (printers and scanners), voice recorders, and other specialist items such as braille readers. AT training and ongoing support are services that will be made available to all DSA customers.
II.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT:
400 000 000.00
GBP
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
Maximum number of lots that may be awarded to one tenderer: 2
Lot No: Lot 1 – Scotland, North West England, North East England, Yorkshire and the Humber
II.2.1) Title
Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) Supplies and Services – Geographic Lots
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
30213100
30237000
50300000
39000000
48000000
30213000
80510000
80533000
85140000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKM
UKE
UKD
UKC
Main site or place of performance:
SCOTLAND,YORKSHIRE AND THE HUMBER,NORTH WEST (ENGLAND),NORTH EAST (ENGLAND)
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
SLC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with suppliers to deliver the following:
Needs Assessments – a one-to-one appointment with a specialist to determine the customers’ specific needs and create their recommended support package.
Assistive Technology (AT) – the supply, delivery and set-up of specialist equipment, for example, a computer, disability-related software and / or ergonomic furniture. Suppliers will select AT items from an approved catalogue maintained by SLC.
Assistive Technology (AT) Training – training on how to use any equipment and/or software that has been recommended.
Support Services – a helpdesk to answer queries and provide information and guidance. Where repairs are necessary, process insurance and warranty claims and provide loan equipment when required. Support services also include processing any upgrades and review of needs requested.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
100 000 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 36
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
The framework will last for 36 months with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision. Following this period the framework will be subject to a further procurement exercise.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Envisaged minimum number: 2
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
Candidates will be selected on their demonstrable ability to deliver the core services required and their experience in delivering services to disabled customers.
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
Yes
Description of options:
Option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
DSA is a non-income assessed grant and is available to eligible higher education customers in full time, part-time, post-graduate and distance learning courses who have a disability as defined under the Equality Act 2010.
SLC is a non-profit making government-owned organisation that administers loans and grants to our customers in colleges and universities in the UK.
Lot No: Lot 2 – West Midlands, East Midlands, Wales, Northern Ireland
II.2.1) Title
Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) Supplies and Services – Geographic Lots
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
30213100
30237000
50300000
39000000
48000000
30213000
80510000
80533000
85140000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKF
UKG
UKL
UKN
Main site or place of performance:
EAST MIDLANDS (ENGLAND),WEST MIDLANDS (ENGLAND),WALES,NORTHERN IRELAND
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
SLC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with suppliers to deliver the following:
Needs Assessments – a one-to-one appointment with a specialist to determine the customers’ specific needs and create their recommended support package.
Assistive Technology (AT) – the supply, delivery and set-up of specialist equipment, for example, a computer, disability-related software and / or ergonomic furniture. Suppliers will select AT items from an approved catalogue maintained by SLC.
Assistive Technology (AT) Training – training on how to use any equipment and/or software that has been recommended.
Support Services – a helpdesk to answer queries and provide information and guidance. Where repairs are necessary, process insurance and warranty claims and provide loan equipment when required. Support services also include processing any upgrades and review of needs requested.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
100 000 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 36
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
The framework will last for 36 months with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision. Following this period the framework will be subject to a further procurement exercise.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Envisaged minimum number: 2
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
Candidates will be selected on their demonstrable ability to deliver the core services required and their experience in delivering services to disabled customers.
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
Yes
Description of options:
Option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
DSA is a non-income assessed grant and is available to eligible higher education customers in full time, part-time, post-graduate and distance learning courses who have a disability as defined under the Equality Act 2010.
SLC is a non-profit making government-owned organisation that administers loans and grants to our customers in colleges and universities in the UK.
Lot No: Lot 3 – East England, London
II.2.1) Title
Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) Supplies and Services – Geographic Lots
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
30213100
30237000
50300000
39000000
48000000
30213000
80510000
80533000
85140000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKH
UKI
Main site or place of performance:
EAST OF ENGLAND,LONDON
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
SLC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with suppliers to deliver the following:
Needs Assessments – a one-to-one appointment with a specialist to determine the customers’ specific needs and create their recommended support package.
Assistive Technology (AT) – the supply, delivery and set-up of specialist equipment, for example, a computer, disability-related software and / or ergonomic furniture. Suppliers will select AT items from an approved catalogue maintained by SLC.
Assistive Technology (AT) Training – training on how to use any equipment and/or software that has been recommended.
Support Services – a helpdesk to answer queries and provide information and guidance. Where repairs are necessary, process insurance and warranty claims and provide loan equipment when required. Support services also include processing any upgrades and review of needs requested.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
100 000 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 36
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
The framework will last for 36 months with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision. Following this period the framework will be subject to a further procurement exercise.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Envisaged minimum number: 2
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
Candidates will be selected on their demonstrable ability to deliver the core services required and their experience in delivering services to disabled customers.
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
Yes
Description of options:
Option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
DSA is a non-income assessed grant and is available to eligible higher education customers in full time, part-time, post-graduate and distance learning courses who have a disability as defined under the Equality Act 2010.
SLC is a non-profit making government-owned organisation that administers loans and grants to our customers in colleges and universities in the UK.
Lot No: Lot 4 – South West England, South East England
II.2.1) Title
Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) Supplies and Services – Geographic Lots
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
30213100
30237000
50300000
39000000
48000000
30213000
80510000
80533000
85140000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKJ
UKK
Main site or place of performance:
SOUTH EAST (ENGLAND),SOUTH WEST (ENGLAND)
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
SLC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with suppliers to deliver the following:
Needs Assessments – a one-to-one appointment with a specialist to determine the customers’ specific needs and create their recommended support package.
Assistive Technology (AT) – the supply, delivery and set-up of specialist equipment, for example, a computer, disability-related software and / or ergonomic furniture. Suppliers will select AT items from an approved catalogue maintained by SLC.
Assistive Technology (AT) Training – training on how to use any equipment and/or software that has been recommended.
Support Services – a helpdesk to answer queries and provide information and guidance. Where repairs are necessary, process insurance and warranty claims and provide loan equipment when required. Support services also include processing any upgrades and review of needs requested.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
100 000 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 36
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
The framework will last for 36 months with the option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision. Following this period the framework will be subject to a further procurement exercise.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Envisaged minimum number: 2
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
Candidates will be selected on their demonstrable ability to deliver the core services required and their experience in delivering services to disabled customers.
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
Yes
Description of options:
Option to extend for a further 2 x 12 month periods at the buyer's discretion and subject to satisfactory service provision.
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
DSA is a non-income assessed grant and is available to eligible higher education customers in full time, part-time, post-graduate and distance learning courses who have a disability as defined under the Equality Act 2010.
SLC is a non-profit making government-owned organisation that administers loans and grants to our customers in colleges and universities in the UK.
The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.
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