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UK-Salford: on line news service.

Prior information notice

Services

Directive 2004/18/EC

Section I: Contracting authority

I.1)Name, addresses and contact point(s)

HMRC
Commercial Directorate
5W Ralli Quays, 3 Stanley Street
Contact point(s): Sajen Bakht/Julie Hewitt
For the attention of: Sajen Bakht
M60 9LA Manchester
UNITED KINGDOM
Telephone: +44 1618270113
E-mail:
Fax: +44 1618270207

Internet address(es):

General address of the contracting authority: www.hmrc.gov.uk

Address of the buyer profile: www.hmrc.gov.uk

Further information can be obtained from: The above mentioned contact point(s)

I.2)Type of the contracting authority
Ministry or any other national or federal authority, including their regional or local sub-divisions
I.3)Main activity
Other: Direct and indirect taxes
I.4)Contract award on behalf of other contracting authorities
The contracting authority is purchasing on behalf of other contracting authorities: no

Section II.B: Object of the contract (Supplies or services)

II.1)Title attributed to the contract by the contracting authority:
UK-Salford: on line news service.
II.2)Type of contract and place of delivery or of performance
Service category No 27: Other services

NUTS code UK

II.3)Information on framework agreement
II.4)Short description of nature and quantity or value of supplies or services:
The purpose of this prior information notice (PIN) is:
(a) to give advance notice that HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), acting on behalf of Central Government and Wider Public sector departments (the Client), are considering undertaking a tendering exercise to set up framework agreements in respect of On Line News Services;
(b) to request information from the marketplace and potential users of the contract relating to the type of services that may be required; and
(c) to allow potential tenderers to register for the upcoming supplier event by e-mailing Sajen Bakht with names and details of attendees. E-Mail to be sent to: , titled, ‘On Line News Service Supplier Event Attendance.’
The upcoming supplier event shall be held in London on the afternoon of the 3.10.2012. Full details of location and event details shall provide upon receipt of e-mail, expression of interest to attend directly to Sajen Bakht.
The Client would particularly be interested in suggestions on how the specification can be developed to actively encourage the use of organisations in the Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) size range.
HMRC is a government department principally responsible for the collection, administration and management of revenue from Direct and Indirect Taxes and Duties, combating drug trafficking and enforcing/export prohibitions.
The Requirement:
HMRC has developed a Data procurement strategy for news services. This Framework will support access on online news services for HMRC, and in other Government Departments.
The requirement is for the following lots:
- Aggregated online news services,
- Replica electronic newspapers,
- Single suppliers of specific titles only available by direct subscription with the originating supplier,
- Online Media Database tools.
The arrangement will have a maximum duration of four years (2 years plus 2 years extension agreeable with framework suppliers).
Subject to finalising the scope of the requirement and obtaining approval to proceed, it is intended that the tendering exercises will be conducted under a Part B Services "Open” award procedure, with the relevant Contract Notice expected to be published in OJEU late October 2012. Tenderers will be required to provide their Tender response electronically using the HMRC eSourcing system, which utilises a web based portal. Further details about the eSourcing system can be found in the Suppliers Guide for Selling to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) using the following link: http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/about/supplying.htm.
Interested parties may want to familiarise themselves with the content of the Suppliers Guide, which includes training on the use of the eSourcing system. Further details of the requirement will be provided in due course in any future Contract Notice and Tender documentation.
Estimated cost excluding VAT:
Range: between 1 000 000 and 8 000 000 GBP

Lots

This contract is divided into lots: yes
II.5)Common procurement vocabulary (CPV)

22210000, 72500000, 72590000, 72319000, 72314000

II.6)Scheduled date for start of award procedures
II.7)Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The contract is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA): yes
II.8)Additional information:
The contracting authority is is not seeking the following:
- Media Monitoring of broadcast, social media and online services,
- Press cutting services; and
- Hard-copy newspaper services.

Information about lots

Title attributed to the contract by the contracting authority: Lot No: 1 Lot title: Aggregated online news services
1)Short description:
(a) to give advance notice that HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), acting on behalf of Central Government and Wider Public sector departments (the Client), are considering undertaking a tendering exercise to set up framework agreements in respect of On Line News Services;
(b) to request information from the marketplace and potential users of the contract relating to the type of services that may be required; and

(c) to allow potential tenderers to register for the upcoming supplier event by e-mailing Sajen Bakht with names and details of attendees. E-Mail to be sent to: , titled, ‘On Line News Service Supplier Event Attendance.’

The upcoming supplier event shall be held in London on the afternoon of the 3.10.2012. Full details of location and event details shall provide upon receipt of e-mail, expression of interest to attend directly to Sajen Bakht.
The Client would particularly be interested in suggestions on how the specification can be developed to actively encourage the use of organisations in the Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) size range.
HMRC is a government department principally responsible for the collection, administration and management of revenue from Direct and Indirect Taxes and Duties, combating drug trafficking and enforcing/export prohibitions.
The Requirement:
HMRC has developed a Data procurement strategy for news services. This Framework will support access on online news services for HMRC, and in other Government Departments.
The requirement is for the following lots:
- Aggregated online news services,
- Replica electronic newspapers,
- Single suppliers of specific titles only available by direct subscription with the originating supplier,
- Online media database tools.
The arrangement will have a maximum duration of four years (2 years plus 2 years extension agreeable with framework suppliers).

Subject to finalising the scope of the requirement and obtaining approval to proceed, it is intended that the tendering exercises will be conducted under a Part B Services "Open” award procedure, with the relevant Contract Notice expected to be published in OJEU late October 2012. Tenderers will be required to provide their Tender response electronically using the HMRC eSourcing system, which utilises a web based portal. Further details about the eSourcing system can be found in the Suppliers Guide for Selling to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) using the following link: http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/about/supplying.htm.

Interested parties may want to familiarise themselves with the content of the Suppliers Guide, which includes training on the use of the eSourcing system. Further details of the requirement will be provided in due course in any future Contract Notice and Tender documentation.
HMRC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with data services suppliers who have access to a unique range of data assets and a proven ability to deliver relevant data to meet HMRC’s specific business requirements as described above and those across a range of OGDs. The Framework Agreement details how HMRC will engage with Contractors to deliver these services.
The arrangement will have a maximum duration of four years (2 years plus 2 years extension agreeable with framework suppliers).
HMRC in its role as the central body for public sector procurement means this framework will be enabled for potential use by other Government departments, executive agencies, non-departmental public bodies and the wider public sector. Any 'Client Organisations' who, on reading this notice, may wish to make use of the framework at the outset, should contact the Contracting Authority (as per Section I.1 above) to ensure that their requirements are accurately reflected in any resulting competitive contract notice and the tender documents.
2)Common procurement vocabulary (CPV)

22210000, 72500000, 72590000, 72319000, 72314000

3)Quantity or scope:
Figures provided are for indicative purpose only.
Estimated cost excluding VAT:
Range: between 1 000 000 and 2 000 000 GBP
5)Additional information about lots:
Title attributed to the contract by the contracting authority: Lot No: 2 Lot title: Replica Electronic Newspapers
1)Short description:
(a) to give advance notice that HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), acting on behalf of Central Government and Wider Public sector departments (the Client), are considering undertaking a tendering exercise to set up framework agreements in respect of On Line News Services;
(b) to request information from the marketplace and potential users of the contract relating to the type of services that may be required; and

(c) to allow potential tenderers to register for the upcoming supplier event by e-mailing Sajen Bakht with names and details of attendees. E-Mail to be sent to: , titled, ‘On Line News Service Supplier Event Attendance.’

The upcoming supplier event shall be held in London on the afternoon of the 3.10.2012. Full details of location and event details shall provide upon receipt of e-mail, expression of interest to attend directly to Sajen Bakht.
The Client would particularly be interested in suggestions on how the specification can be developed to actively encourage the use of organisations in the Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) size range.
HMRC is a government department principally responsible for the collection, administration and management of revenue from Direct and Indirect Taxes and Duties, combating drug trafficking and enforcing/export prohibitions.
The Requirement:
HMRC has developed a Data procurement strategy for news services. This Framework will support access on online news services for HMRC, and in other Government Departments.
The requirement is for the following lots:
- Aggregated online news services,
- Replica electronic newspapers,
- Single suppliers of specific titles only available by direct subscription with the originating supplier,
- Online media database tools.
The arrangement will have a maximum duration of four years (2 years plus 2 years extension agreeable with framework suppliers).

Subject to finalising the scope of the requirement and obtaining approval to proceed, it is intended that the tendering exercises will be conducted under a Part B Services "Open” award procedure, with the relevant Contract Notice expected to be published in OJEU late October 2012. Tenderers will be required to provide their Tender response electronically using the HMRC eSourcing system, which utilises a web based portal. Further details about the eSourcing system can be found in the Suppliers Guide for Selling to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) using the following link: http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/about/supplying.htm.

Interested parties may want to familiarise themselves with the content of the Suppliers Guide, which includes training on the use of the eSourcing system. Further details of the requirement will be provided in due course in any future Contract Notice and Tender documentation.
HMRC is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement with data services suppliers who have access to a unique range of data assets and a proven ability to deliver relevant data to meet HMRC’s specific business requirements as described above and those across a range of OGDs. The Framework Agreement details how HMRC will engage with Contractors to deliver these services.
The arrangement will have a maximum duration of four years (2 years plus 2 years extension agreeable with framework suppliers).
HMRC in its role as the central body for public sector procurement means this framework will be enabled for potential use by other Government departments, executive agencies, non-departmental public bodies and the wider public sector. Any 'Client Organisations' who, on reading this notice, may wish to make use of the framework at the outset, should contact the Contracting Authority (as per Section I.1 above) to ensure that their requirements are accurately reflected in any resulting competitive contract notice and the tender documents.
2)Common procurement vocabulary (CPV)

22210000, 72500000, 72590000, 72319000, 72314000

3)Quantity or scope:
Figures represented are only for indcative purpose only.
Estimated cost excluding VAT:
Range: between 1 000 000 and 2 000 000 GBP
5)Additional information about lots:
Title attributed to the contract by the contracting authority: Lot No: 3 Lot title: Single suppliers for specific titles only available by direct subscriptions with the originating supplier
1)Short description:
(a) to give advance notice that HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), acting on behalf of Central Government and Wider Public sector departments (the Client), are considering undertaking a tendering exercise to set up framework agreements in respect of on line news services;
(b) to request information from the marketplace and potential users of the contract relating to the type of services that may be required; and

(c) to allow potential tenderers to register for the upcoming supplier event by e-mailing Sajen Bakht with names and details of attendees. E-Mail to be sent to: , titled, ‘On Line News Service Supplier Event Attendance.’

The upcoming supplier event shall be held in London on the afternoon of the 3.10.2012. Full details of location and event details shall provide upon receipt of e-mail, expression of interest to attend directly to Sajen Bakht.
The Client would particularly be interested in suggestions on how the specification can be developed to actively encourage the use of organisations in the Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) size range.
HMRC is a government department principally responsible for the collection, administration and management of revenue from direct and indirect taxes and duties, combating drug trafficking and enforcing/export prohibitions.
The Requirement:
HMRC has developed a Data procurement strategy for news services. This framework will support access on online news services for HMRC, and in other Government Departments.
The requirement is for the following lots:
- Aggregated online news services,
- Replica electronic newspapers,
- Single suppliers of specific titles only available by direct subscription with the originating supplier,
- Online media database tools.
The arrangement will have a maximum duration of four years (2 years plus 2 years extension agreeable with framework suppliers).

Subject to finalising the scope of the requirement and obtaining approval to proceed, it is intended that the tendering exercises will be conducted under a Part B Services "Open” award procedure, with the relevant Contract Notice expected to be published in OJEU late October 2012. Tenderers will be required to provide their Tender response electronically using the HMRC eSourcing system, which utilises a web based portal. Further details about the eSourcing system can be found in the Suppliers Guide for Selling to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) using the following link: http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/about/supplying.htm.

Interested parties may want to familiarise themselves with the content of the Suppliers Guide, which includes training on the use of the eSourcing system. Further details of the requirement will be provided in due course in any future contract notice and tender documentation.
HMRC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with data services suppliers who have access to a unique range of data assets and a proven ability to deliver relevant data to meet HMRC’s specific business requirements as described above and those across a range of OGDs. The framework agreement details how HMRC will engage with contractors to deliver these services.
The arrangement will have a maximum duration of four years (2 years plus 2 years extension agreeable with framework suppliers).
HMRC in its role as the central body for public sector procurement means this framework will be enabled for potential use by other Government departments, executive agencies, non-departmental public bodies and the wider public sector. Any 'Client Organisations' who, on reading this notice, may wish to make use of the framework at the outset, should contact the Contracting Authority (as per Section I.1 above) to ensure that their requirements are accurately reflected in any resulting competitive contract notice and the tender documents.
2)Common procurement vocabulary (CPV)

22210000, 72500000, 72590000, 72319000, 72314000

3)Quantity or scope:
Figures provided are only for indicative purpose.
Estimated cost excluding VAT:
Range: between 1 000 000 and 2 000 000 GBP
5)Additional information about lots:
Title attributed to the contract by the contracting authority: Lot No: 4 Lot title: Online media database tools
1)Short description:
(a) to give advance notice that HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), acting on behalf of Central Government and Wider Public sector departments (the Client), are considering undertaking a tendering exercise to set up framework agreements in respect of on line news services;
(b) to request information from the marketplace and potential users of the contract relating to the type of services that may be required; and

(c) to allow potential tenderers to register for the upcoming supplier event by e-mailing Sajen Bakht with names and details of attendees. E-Mail to be sent to: , titled, ‘On Line News Service Supplier Event Attendance.’

The upcoming supplier event shall be held in London on the afternoon of the 3rd of October 2012. Full details of location and event details shall provide upon receipt of e-mail, expression of interest to attend directly to Sajen Bakht.
The Client would particularly be interested in suggestions on how the specification can be developed to actively encourage the use of organisations in the small and medium enterprise (SME) size range.
HMRC is a government department principally responsible for the collection, administration and management of revenue from direct and indirect taxes and duties, combating drug trafficking and enforcing/export prohibitions.
The requirement:
HMRC has developed a Data procurement strategy for news services. This Framework will support access on online news services for HMRC, and in other Government Departments.
The requirement is for the following lots:
- Aggregated online news services,
- Replica electronic newspapers,
- Single suppliers of specific titles only available by direct subscription with the originating supplier,
- Online media database tools.
The arrangement will have a maximum duration of four years (2 years plus 2 years extension agreeable with framework suppliers).

Subject to finalising the scope of the requirement and obtaining approval to proceed, it is intended that the tendering exercises will be conducted under a Part B Services "Open” award procedure, with the relevant Contract Notice expected to be published in OJEU late October 2012. Tenderers will be required to provide their tender response electronically using the HMRC eSourcing system, which utilises a web based portal. Further details about the eSourcing system can be found in the Suppliers Guide for Selling to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) using the following link: http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/about/supplying.htm.

Interested parties may want to familiarise themselves with the content of the Suppliers Guide, which includes training on the use of the eSourcing system. Further details of the requirement will be provided in due course in any future Contract Notice and Tender documentation.
HMRC is seeking to establish a framework Agreement with data services suppliers who have access to a unique range of data assets and a proven ability to deliver relevant data to meet HMRC’s specific business requirements as described above and those across a range of OGDs. The framework agreement details how HMRC will engage with contractors to deliver these services.
The arrangement will have a maximum duration of four years (2 years plus 2 years extension agreeable with framework suppliers).
HMRC in its role as the central body for public sector procurement means this framework will be enabled for potential use by other Government departments, executive agencies, non-departmental public bodies and the wider public sector. Any 'Client Organisations' who, on reading this notice, may wish to make use of the framework at the outset, should contact the Contracting Authority (as per Section I.1 above) to ensure that their requirements are accurately reflected in any resulting competitive contract notice and the tender documents.
2)Common procurement vocabulary (CPV)

22210000, 72500000, 72590000, 72319000, 72314000

3)Quantity or scope:
Figures provided are indicative only.
Estimated cost excluding VAT:
Range: between 1 000 000 and 2 000 000 GBP
5)Additional information about lots:

Section III: Legal, economic, financial and technical information

III.1)Conditions relating to the contract
III.1.1)Main financing conditions and payment arrangements and/or reference to the relevant provisions governing them:
Full details regarding legal, economic, financial and technical information to be provided at the tender stage will be detailed in the contract notice and/or in the tender documentation. Potential tenderers should be aware, however, that they may be required to forward the following information:
(a) a copy of the most recent audited accounts covering the tenderer’s last 2 years of trading (or for the period that is available if trading for less than 2 years) or
(b) for the most recent full year of trading, where this information is not available in audited form, a copy of the draft or unaudited financial accounts or equivalent information showing the tenderer’s turnover, profit and loss and cash flow position and an end period balance sheet or, where this cannot be provided, a statement signed by the finance director or similar responsible person detailing any major changes in the current financial position since the date of the latest audited accounts provided.
III.2)Conditions for participation
III.2.1)Information about reserved contracts

Section VI: Complementary information

VI.1)Information about European Union funds
The contract is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: no
VI.2)Additional information:
The framework will support the government’s spending review commitments by removing duplication in commercial arrangements across government.
HMRC is seeking to establish a framework agreement with data services suppliers who have access to a unique range of data assets and a proven ability to deliver relevant data to meet HMRC’s specific business requirements as described above and those across a range of OGDs. The framework agreement details how HMRC will engage with contractors to deliver these services.
The arrangement will have a maximum duration of four years (2 years plus 2 years extension agreeable with framework suppliers). GO reference: GO-2012921-PRO-4259555.
VI.3)Information on general regulatory framework
VI.4)Date of dispatch of this notice:
21.9.2012