Dear Sir/Madam,
Re: NHS East Kent CCG Urgent Treatment Centres
Reference: Quote/tender 37109 - EK/Thanet/P/041
Further to your expression of interest in the above contract opportunity, we are pleased to invite you to participate in the tender opportunity for the Stage 1
This procurement opportunity will be conducted as a two stage procurement process, with stage one consisting of a PQQ. Those bidders who achieved the required standards as set out in the procurement documents will then be invited to submit a bid at stage two.
Please also note that there are two lots as described in the procurement documents
Your attention is drawn to the following important points when completing and submitting your tender:
1. Please read and familiarise yourself with Document 1 as this contains all the instructions in relation to submitting a bid.
2. All responses must be written in English (or a full English translation should be provided at no additional cost).
3. All responses must be submitted in accordance with the documentation provided. This must not be amended in any way.
4. Responses must be fully completed (with no gaps or omissions) and submitted exclusively via the eu-supply e-procurement portal no later than the time and date specified
Responses may not be submitted by any other means (e.g. Post, fax, email)
5. Clarification questions may be submitted via the eu-supply e-procurement portal. Responses to questions asked within the allocated timeframe will be responded to no later than 5 days before the tender closing date.
6. ALL questions must be answered even if your response is “Not Applicable”
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in your offer being rejected.
Any problems with the eu-supply system or questions relating to the functionality of the system should be directed to the system CTM support desk on 0800 840 2050.
Yours faithfully
Procurement and Market Management
Arden & GEM Commissioning Support Unit