Warden Call (Individual Hardwired Alarms & Dispersed Units - Lifeline) Testing, Maintenance Services & Repair

Canterbury City Council for the purpose of this procurement process is undertaking a joint procurement exercise with Dover District Council. Canterbury City Council and Dover District Council wish to select and appoint a suitable supplier for the provision of Warden Call (Individual Hardwired Alarms & Dispersed Units - Lifeline) Testing, Maintenance Services & Repair and invites tenderers to submit a tender to meet the Councils requirements.

The contract(s) will be awarded to a single supplier who will enter into contract with each Council individually, based on the quotation submitted (see evaluation for further information). The specific requirements for the above are detailed in Appendix A. It should be noted that by submitting a tender, you confirm that you understand and can meet these requirements.

The Contract is anticipated to commence 1 July 2020 and will continue for a period of 3 years (unless terminated early in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract), and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion. Any such extension shall be on the same terms and conditions of this Contract and shall be subject to mutual agreement in writing.

Additional information:

Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk).

Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest.

You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Wednesday 26 February 2020.

Questions and Communication:

Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered).