Benefits of using the framework. The supplier has been awarded the framework following a robust and compliant tender process. The prices achieved for the services are competitive and will be reviewed annually to ensure they offer value-for-money. CCS has set high performance and security standards for the service and will manage these at framework level. This will simplify the call-off procedure for customers, as these aspects have already been evaluated and assured.
Benefits of using the framework. Reduced timescales – Customers are not required to undertake a full OJEU procurement if procuring via this Framework Agreement, as this has already been undertaken by CCS. Customers will simply need to identify their requirements, present these to the market and award a contract. Ease of use – The Framework is simple to use with procurement advice available from CCS Choice of Supplier – The Framework offers a wide choice of suppliers, there are 9 suppliers in total. Please note although all suppliers will be eligible to bid for all call off Agreements, however certain suppliers may choose to ‘no bid’ based upon your ‘local’ requirements and their ‘geographical’ coverage. Legality – The Framework is fully legal and in line with EU procurement regulations, as EU procurement regulations introduced in 2006 and updated in 2015 specifically recognise framework agreements as a legitimate route to market. This reduces procurement risk for customers, and reduces bureaucracy in the procurement process. Assured Supplier standards – Providers appointed onto this Framework are ‘pre-qualified’ as to their general suitability. This means when buying services from them customers are assured that they can meet the appropriate standards in the provision of fuel cards and associated services. Pre-defined Terms and Conditions –Terms and conditions of contract have been established. All Framework Suppliers have signed and accepted this Agreement and terms and conditions of call-off. Only comments in square brackets [ ] can be amended and this is to be agreed by the customer and the chosen supplier.
Benefits of using the framework. Compliant Route The agreement offers a compliant route to purchasing a range of furniture and associated services which is free for Buyers to use Simplified Public Sector Contract (PSC) The agreement uses the PSC contract which was established in line with the best commercial practice. Buyers can select the schedules they need to meet their own requirements Routes to Market Simple route to market via either Direct Award or Further Competition Lead Time Six weeks (Lots 1, 3-6 and 8) and eight weeks (Lots 2 and 7) from order to delivery across the agreement Catalogues Buyers can access all goods/services available under the agreement via supplier catalogues for Lots 1-4, 6 and Lot 8. Links to the supplier catalogues will shortly be available in Annex C of this document Social Value Suppliers on the agreement are required to demonstrate their commitment to social value by completing an Annual Social Value Report. This includes reporting on Modern Slavery, Diversity of their Supply Chains, Fair and Inclusive Employment practices and Environmental Sustainability Diverse Range of Suppliers The agreement includes a diverse range of suppliers. 80% of the suppliers on the agreement are SMEs Service Levels Buyers can set Service Level requirements at Call Off to meet their needs to ensure effective contract management Value for Money Framework prices for core furniture items are fixed for the first two years of the agreement and includes all transportation costs. In addition, buyers can access discounted rates on non-core furniture items through the agreement. Buyers can be assured of costs for Direct Awards but can still benefit from additional savings by running a Further Competition Environment and Sustainability In addition to the Annual Social Value report, suppliers support the Greening Government Commitment. All packaging of products is reusable or readily recyclable. Buyers can choose to reuse existing furniture items by accessing repair and renovation services under Lot 7 or access remanufactured, refurbished and recycled products via Lot 1
