Dear Sir/Madam,
Re: Increasing Capacity Framework Agreement
Reference:NHS England - AGEM 41574
Following Market Engagement by NHS England and expressions of interest that were registered via the Delta E Commerce system we are delighted to invite you to participate and bid for the Increasing Capacity Framework Agreement.
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.
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”
7. Responses may not be submitted by any other means (e.g. Post, fax, email)
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in your offer being rejected.
NHS England have chosen to change the name of the Framework agreement for Waiting List Reduction to Increasing Capacity Framework, this decision has been taken to articulate the needs and desires of the Framework Agreement.
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
David Lawson - Chief Procurement Officer
Working in conjunction with Procurement and Market Management Arden & GEM Commissioning Support Unit