Prior information notice
This notice is for prior information only
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
YPO
41 Industrial Park
Wakefield
WF2 0XE
UK
Contact person: Chris Mercer
Telephone: +44 7858815610
E-mail: chris.mercer@ypo.co.uk
NUTS: UKE45
Internet address(es)
Main address: http://www.ypo.co.uk/
Address of the buyer profile: https://procontract.due-north.com/register?ReadForm
I.2) Joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
I.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
General public services
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
001278 - Packaging Materials and Consumables
Reference number: 001278
II.1.2) Main CPV code
22993400
II.1.3) Type of contract
Supplies
II.1.4) Short description
YPO will be seeking the appointment of suppliers to a contract for Packaging Materials and Consumables. The contract estimated duration is between 5-7 years and its scope will include:
• Cartons and Boards
• Hand and Pallet Wrap
• Adhesive Labels and Ribbons
• Mail Bags and Document Wallets
• Self-Adhesive and Packaging Tape
• Other Miscellaneous Items
II.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT:
4 000 000.00
GBP
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
No
II.2) Description
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
18923000
18923200
18933000
18937100
19000000
19500000
19513200
19640000
30192800
30199760
30199762
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKE45
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
YPO are keen to engage with suppliers in the market to support the development of internal contract for packaging materials and consumables to ensure that the contract is fit for purpose and that it meets YPO’s sustainability goals.
In particular, YPO would like to receive feedback from suppliers in respect of the YPO’s current materials used and how they can be improved to reduce singe use plastic. YPO are willing to explore the possibility of using alternative materials if it proves sustainable and/or cost effective.
YPO are therefore looking for suppliers who would be interested in having a conversation
with us to discuss potential solutions. Please register your interest by contacting Chris Mercer at chris.mercer@ypo.co.uk by 04/10/2024. Supplier meetings will take place w/c 07/10/2024 at YPO’s premises or via Microsoft Teams.
Please note that this information is being sought without prejudice and without commitment. Should YPO decide to take this project further, the completion of an RFI or any information provided to YPO by suppliers will not be part of that process nor will the information provided be used to determine the outcome of that process.
Should YPO wish to proceed with any supplier, a formal procurement process will be followed in accordance with YPO’s contract procedures and relevant procurement regulations.
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal between 4 and 6 years from the
commencement date.
II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:
01/12/2024
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.3) Additional information
YPO will incorporate a standstill period at the point of notification of the award of the
contract is provided to all bidders. The standstill period will be for a minimum of 08 working
days, and provides time for unsuccessful tenderers to challenge the award decision before
the contract is entered into.
The Procurement Act 2023 provide for aggrieved parties who have been harmed or are at
risk of harm by a breach of the rules to take action in the High Court (England, Wales and
Northern Ireland).
Please note that is a request for information to undertake pre-market engagement only and
is being sought without prejudice and without commitment. Any information provided will
not be used to determine the outcome of the tender process. When, or if, YPO wishes to
proceed further a formal procurement process will be followed in accordance with YPO's
contract procedure rules and in line with the Public Contract Regulations 2015/Procurement
Act 2023 as relevant. If you are interested in obtaining more information or wish to register your interest please contact the named contact on this form by close of business on 4th October 2024.
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
12/09/2024