Stonewater Limited : Provision of a Pest Control Service

UK-Leicester: Pest-control services.
Section I: Contracting Authority
      I.1) Name and addresses
             Stonewater Commercial Limited
             Suite C, Lancaster House, Grange Business Park, Enderby Road, Leicester, LE8 6EP, United Kingdom
             Tel. +44 791755557, Email: joey.barron@stonewater.org
             Contact: Joey Barron
             Main Address: https://www.stonewater.org/
             NUTS Code: UK
      I.2) Joint procurement
      The contract involves joint procurement: No.
      In the case of joint procurement involving different countries, state applicable national procurement law: Not provided       
      The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body: No.
      I.3) Communication
      The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leicester:-Pest-control-services./2EBFFR2938
      Additional information can be obtained from: address as in Annex A.I:
      Tenders or requests to participate must be sent electronically via https://www.delta-esourcing.com to the abovementioned address       
      Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at: Not provided
      I.4) Type of the contracting authority
            Body governed by public law
      I.5) Main activity
            Housing and community amenities

Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
      II.1.1) Title: Provision of a Pest Control Service       
      Reference Number: Not provided
      II.1.2) Main CPV Code:
      90922000 - Pest-control services.

      II.1.3) Type of contract: SERVICES
      II.1.4) Short description: Stonewater requires a capable Pest Control Service provider to provide Pest Control services and remedial works across its diverse housing stock.       
      II.1.5) Estimated total value:
      Value excluding VAT: 1,380,000       
      Currency: GBP
      II.1.6) Information about lots:
      This contract is divided into lots: No       
   
II.2) Description
      
      II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
      Not Provided       
      II.2.3) Place of performance:
      UK UNITED KINGDOM
      
      II.2.4) Description of procurement: The overall purpose of this procurement is to secure a service provider capable of delivering not only effective pest control but also a socially responsible, sustainable, and transparent approach to pest management that safeguards the well-being of residents and properties across the Stonewater portfolio.
The scope of work for the Pest Control Service at Stonewater encompasses a comprehensive range of tasks, activities, and responsibilities. The selected supplier will be entrusted with managing both planned and reactive pest control measures across various Stonewater properties. The scope includes, but is not limited to, the following:
1.Pest Identification and Assessment:
•Conducting thorough assessments to identify and evaluate pest infestations at different Stonewater properties.
•Developing comprehensive pest profiles and risk analyses for diverse pests including rodents, insects, birds, and wildlife.
2.Treatment Plans and Execution:
•Designing and implementing tailored treatment plans for each identified pest infestation, ensuring efficient eradication and prevention strategies.
•Utilising environmentally friendly and sustainable methods while adhering to legal standards and industry best practices.
3.Swift Response and Emergency Services:
•Offering prompt responses to emergency pest situations, ensuring immediate containment and resolution to protect the health and safety of residents and properties.
•Repairs and Preventive Measures:
1.Conducting necessary repairs to seal entry points and mitigate pest access, preventing future infestations.
2.Implementing preventive measures and offering advice to Stonewater on actions to minimise the risk of pest resurgence.
•Social Value and Community Engagement:
1.Demonstrating a commitment to social value by engaging with the local community and providing educational materials or workshops on pest management and prevention.
•Regular Reporting and Documentation:
1.Providing regular, detailed reports on pest control activities, including assessments, treatments, repairs conducted, and the effectiveness of implemented measures.
2.Maintaining comprehensive records of all pest control-related activities and outcomes.
•Compliance and Certification:
1.Ensuring full compliance with legal and regulatory standards governing pest control practices.
2.Possessing relevant certifications and qualifications in pest control management.
•Continuous Improvement and Innovation:
1.Constantly exploring and suggesting innovative, effective, and environmentally sustainable pest control techniques and strategies.
      II.2.5) Award criteria:
            Criteria below
            Quality criterion - Name: Quality Criteria A: Implementation / Weighting: 12
            Quality criterion - Name: Quality Criteria B: Continuous Improvement / Weighting: 12
            Quality criterion - Name: Quality Criteria C: Understanding the Working Environment / Weighting: 12
            Quality criterion - Name: Quality Criteria D: Evidence of Competence / Weighting: 6
            Quality criterion - Name: Quality Criteria E: Risk Management / Weighting: 6
            Quality criterion - Name: Quality Criteria F: Social Value and Sustainability / Weighting: 12
                        
            Cost criterion - Name: NATFED Rates Average Uplift/Downlift % / Weighting: 20
            Cost criterion - Name: Additional Rates / Weighting: 20
                              
      II.2.6) Estimated value:
      Value excluding VAT: Not provided       
      Currency: Not provided       
      II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
      Duration in months: 24       
      This contract is subject to renewal: Yes       
      Description of renewals: There are 3 x 12 month optional extensions within the contract. The extensions are optional to Stonewater.
      
      II.2.10) Information about variants:
      Variants will be accepted: No
      II.2.11) Information about options:
      Options:       No             
      Description of options: Not provided
      II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
      Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
      II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
      The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No       
      Identification of the project: Not provided             
      II.2.14) Additional information: Not provided       


Section III: Legal, Economic, Financial And Technical Information
   III.1) Conditions for participation
      III.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
      List and brief description of conditions:          
      Conditions are listed within 'Document 2 - Selection Questionnaire (SQ) Information - Provision of a Pest Control Service'.    
      III.1.2) Economic and financial standing          
      Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents       
      List and brief description of selection criteria:       
      Not Provided    
      Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required (if applicable) :       
      Not Provided    
      III.1.3) Technical and professional ability    
      Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
      List and brief description of selection criteria:       
      Not Provided      
      Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required (if applicable) :          
      Not Provided   
      III.1.5) Information about reserved contracts (if applicable)   
      The contract is reserved to sheltered workshops and economic operators aiming at the social and professional integration of disabled or disadvantaged persons: No       
      The execution of the contract is restricted to the framework of sheltered employment programmes: No    
      
   III.2) Conditions related to the contract
      III.2.1) Information about a particular profession    
      Reference to the relevant law, regulation or administrative provision:          
      Not Provided    
      III.2.2) Contract performance conditions          
      Not Provided          
      III.2.3) Information about staff responsible for the performance of the contract
      Obligation to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract: No

Section IV: Procedure
   IV.1) Description OPEN
      IV.1.1) Type of procedure: Open   
   
   IV.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system    
         The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement - NO    
         In the case of framework agreements justification for any duration exceeding 4 years: Not Provided    
   
   
   IV.1.6) Information about electronic auction:
      An electronic auction will be used: No
      Additional information about electronic auction: Not provided
   IV.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
      The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes       
   IV.2) Administrative information
      IV.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure:
         Notice number in the OJ S: Not provided       
      IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
       Date: 19/02/2024 Time: 12:00
            
      IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted: English,       
      IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender:
         Until: 18/06/2024
      
      IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders:
         Date: 19/02/2024
         Time: 12:01
         Place:
         Online via the Delta Portal
      

Section VI: Complementary Information
   VI.1) Information about recurrence
   This is a recurrent procurement: Yes    
   Estimated timing for further notices to be published: Upon the expiry of this contract, which is an initial 24 month contract, with 3 x 12 month optional extensions.
   VI.2) Information about electronic workflows
   Electronic ordering will be used Yes       
   Electronic invoicing will be accepted Yes       
   Electronic payment will be used Yes       
   VI.3) Additional Information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:
https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Leicester:-Pest-control-services./2EBFFR2938

To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2EBFFR2938
   VI.4) Procedures for review
   VI.4.1) Review body:
             His Majesty's High Court of Justice
       Strand, London, London, WC2A 2LL, United Kingdom
   VI.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures:
Not provided
   VI.4.3) Review procedure
   Precise information on deadline(s) for review procedures:    
    Not Provided    
   VI.4.4) Service from which information about the lodging of appeals may be obtained:
          Jephson Housing Association Group
       Unit 12, Narrowboat Way, Brierley Hill, DY5 1UF, United Kingdom
       Tel. +44 1384471065
   VI.5) Date Of Dispatch Of This Notice: 10/01/2024

Annex A
   I) Addresses and contact points from which further information can be obtained:
       Stonewater Commercial Limited
       Suite C, Lancaster House, Grange Business Park, Enderby Road, UK-Joey Barron: Computer support and consultancy s, LE8 6EP, United Kingdom
       Tel. +44 791755557, Email: joey.barron@stonewater.org
       Contact: Joey Barron
       Main Address: http://Stonewater.org
       NUTS Code: UK