Awarded

Provision of a Managed Stores Service.

Descriptions

The PCC is prepared to receive PQQ's for the Provision of a Managed StoresService with a proposed contract period of 2 years, commencing on 1.4.2016, with an option of 3 possible 12-month extensions. The contract is for aservice provision to Merseyside Police only and will not be open to other PoliceForces.The existing stock is currently owned by the PCC and this situation will continuewith any future successful Contractor.The Contractor will provide a managed service ensuring the secure storage,issue, alteration and distribution of uniform clothing, protective clothing andequipment to premises across the Force. In addition there is a requirement toprovide a tailoring service, to include measuring all new recruits, alterations touniforms and fitting of insignia.The Contractor will also be required to provide a managed printed stationeryservice that includes distribution to premises across the Force.The Contractor will also have responsibility for the storage and secure disposalof old or used uniform, equipment and obsolete printed stationery.Presently Body Armour management, including ordering, maintenance, fittingand recycling is provided directly by staff within the Force ProcurementDepartment. During the period of the contract the Force may wish to transferhese functions to the successful contractor at a level of service provision andfee to be determined.A secure storage facility will be required for all uniform, equipment and printedstationery.