Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cd8-f83a-7364-b6e0-912fae2ce6b8/midlands-and-lancashire-csu-supplier-accreditation-scheme-window-9 closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Midlands and Lancashire CSU Supplier Accreditation Scheme - Window 9 [Midlands & Lancashire C S U](https://tendernation.io/buyers/midlands-lancashire-c-s-u) Estimated value Not stated Published 9 May 2024 Deadline Closed 14 Jun 2024 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender MLCSU is looking for suppliers to act as subcontractors who will contribute and enhance our products and service portfolios. In order to become an accredited MLCSU preferred subcontractor, suppliers will need to clearly demonstrate their willingness and capability to: • provide value-added services in connection with system requirements; • provide both innovative and effective solutions that further develops service and patient outcomes throughout ICSs and ICBs and seek for continual improvement. • positively support MLCSU with their bidding process for future call-off contracts issued under relevant frameworks. • quickly mobilise their products and services in collaboration with the MLCSU in response to any new call off opportunities. • be fully committed, transparent and consistent in their approach to providing effective solutions and resourcing and pricing of their products and services for the duration of our agreement. • enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with MLCSU. • provide clear evidence of their financial standing that meets MLCSU minimum requirements. • willingness to adopt public sector codes of practice and values e.g. social responsibility, and governance. • commence within 60 days of receipt of application. Interested suppliers should note that achieving accreditation does not constitute a guarantee of any volume or spend by NHS Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit. If a supplier is selected to carry out services on behalf of MLCSU, a contract will need to be signed (NHS Standard Contract for Services). The maximum contract value will be below the current OJEU threshold of £115,633 exc VAT for the life of the contract. Furthermore, the above Contract Start date is subject to change; the commencement of any contract between MLCSU and an accredited sub-contractor will depend upon the specific requirements of the MLCSU. Additional information: Should you wish to express your interest in becoming a preferred subcontractor of MLCSU under this initiative, then please register on the MLCSU Atamis portal, [atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome](https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome) and access MLCSU Support Services Accreditation Scheme 'Window 9' (C267678). You will need to complete the questionnaire in line with the described methodology and full details of the support services under this framework. This accreditation process will open on 9th May 2024, with submissions to be returned no later than 17:00 hours on Friday 14th June 2024. However, MLCSU will accept submissions before the closure date of 14th June 2024 and may evaluate these at any stage during the window of opening the procurement exercise to the closure date. Where a provider fails an element of the accreditation scheme they will be offered relevant feedback and may be able to resubmit their application at a future time. Accreditations will be reviewed within 28 days of being received by MLCSU through the Atamis ePortal - [atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome](https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome) Read full description ## CPV classification General management consultancy services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/249fa956-fa79-41fd-9563-23c19edf69e8) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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