Source: https://tendernation.io/frameworks/RM6237 RM6237 · Dynamic Purchasing System # Low Value Purchase System For low-cost, low-value and uncomplicated common goods and services. It can be used by suppliers of all sizes, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) suppliers. Open to join now Suppliers can apply to this dynamic purchasing system at any time while it runs, until 31 Mar 2027. [Get call-off alerts](https://tendernation.io/register) [Official page on gca.gov.uk](https://www.gca.gov.uk/agreements/RM6237) - [1 lot](#lots) - Mar 2027 agreement ends Mar 2021 to Mar 2027 · 93% through ## What is RM6237? RM6237 Low Value Purchase System is a dynamic purchasing system run by the Government Commercial Agency (formerly Crown Commercial Service), in its Low Value category. It has 1 lot. It runs from 31 March 2021 to 31 March 2027. How to join: New suppliers can apply to join at any time while it runs, until 31 March 2027. We have matched 142 published award notices to RM6237, from 48 buyers. ### Buyers that have used it - [East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust 20 awards](https://tendernation.io/buyers/east-and-north-hertfordshire-teaching-nhs-trust) - [The Princess Alexandra Health Trust 14 awards](https://tendernation.io/buyers/the-princess-alexandra-health-trust) - [East & North Hertfordshire NHS Trust 10 awards](https://tendernation.io/buyers/east-north-hertfordshire-nhs-trust) - [East and North Hertfordshire Teaching Hospital NHS Trust 9 awards](https://tendernation.io/buyers/east-and-north-hertfordshire-teaching-hospital-nhs-trust) - [Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust 8 awards](https://tendernation.io/buyers/princess-alexandra-hospital-nhs-trust) - [East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust 7 awards](https://tendernation.io/buyers/east-and-north-hertfordshire-nhs-trust) ## About this framework All the public sector, including their associated bodies and agencies can use this agreement to buy a wide range of common goods and services. The contract value for these goods and services must stay within the limits in the Procurement Policy Note (PPN) for Public Contract Thresholds 11/23. Suppliers can apply to join at any time. This includes SMEs and VCSE suppliers. The low value purchase system (LVPS) allows you to award a contract without advertising it on Contracts Finder. You can either use direct award or run a mini competition (getting multiple suppliers to propose a solution). If you choose direct award, you must make sure you follow your organisation’s procurement policy. You can filter the supplier list by: - The type of goods or services - Postcode radius where the supplier can supply the goods or services - Whether the supplier is an SME or VCSE This agreement offers a wide range of goods and services, including: - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services - Agricultural machinery - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity, and other sources of energy - Mining, basic metals, and related products - Chemical products - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - Rail, air and sea auxiliary products - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - Sewage, refuse, cleaning, and environmental services - Industrial machinery - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories - Food, beverages and related products - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories - Leather and textile fabrics, plastic and rubber materials - Collected and purified water - Installation services - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services - Transport services with driver/operator - Supporting and auxiliary transport services and travel agencies services - Education and training services - Permanent recruitment and contingent labour (excluding recruitment in the education and healthcare sector) - Recreational, cultural and sporting services - Research services - Other community, social and personal services - Translation services - IT services and support The LVPS System was established by Government Commercial Agency (formerly Crown Commercial Service) under Part 4 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 . It supports suppliers who can provide goods and or services below the threshold where Part 2 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 apply. ### Why buyers use it - A simple solution for below threshold requirements - A flexible route to market where suppliers can join at any time - Supports the government’s SME policy - Contributes to the Social Value outcome of increasing supply chain resilience and capacity by creating a diverse supply chain to deliver contracts including new businesses and entrepreneurs, SMEs and VCSEs - Uses dynamic filters so customers can search by goods, services, SME status and supplier location - Dynamic filters make sure the right suppliers are notified about opportunities relevant to the common goods and services they are able to provide - Fully compliant with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 - Aligns with Procurement Policy Note (PPN) for Public Contract Thresholds 11/23 - Direct award is compliant with the Public Contract Regulations 2015 (customers should make sure it is compliant with their organisation’s procurement policy) ### Key facts Agreement number RM6237 Type Dynamic Purchasing System Category Low Value Pillar General Common Goods and Services Status Live Started 31 Mar 2021 Ends 31 Mar 2027 From the Government Commercial Agency (formerly Crown Commercial Service). Buyer guides, documents and how to buy are on the [official RM6237 page](https://www.gca.gov.uk/agreements/RM6237). ## Lots 1. Lot 1 Low Value Purchase System ## Open call-offs Live notices that mention RM6237. Only suppliers already on the framework can bid for these. No open notice mentions RM6237 right now. Most call-offs run privately between the buyer and framework suppliers, so few are published. We check every new notice and can email you when one appears. [Get call-off alerts](https://tendernation.io/register) Know when this framework reopens TenderNation emails you new tenders that fit, including published call-offs, and shows which frameworks your competitors are on. Free plan available. [All frameworks](https://tendernation.io/frameworks) [Start free](https://tendernation.io/register) 14-day free trial, no card required