Procurement Leaders Conference: save the date
Our annual MAV Procurement Leaders Conference is being held at Peppers The Sands Torquay on 2-3 March 2017.
The conference is an opportunity for current and aspiring procurement leaders to undertake an intensive two-day program of activities to support ongoing development.
It will include presentations, workshops and discussions, and will showcase examples of innovative approaches to procurement.
Registration details and an agenda will be circulated in the coming weeks.
For further information, contact Zara Ahmed.
New MAV Procurement reporting tool
MAV Procurement has implemented a new reporting tool which allows us to provide more detailed and accurate reporting of a council’s utilisation of MAV Procurement contracts, by contract, supplier and time period.
If you would like more detail, or to obtain information from the reporting tool, contact Steve Downs.
MAV eLearning
The MAV and ArcBlue eLearning modules are almost ready to be rolled out.
The modules have been designed specifically for the Victorian local government sector and will easily fit into daily work schedules. Initially there will be three modules available for councils to purchase - procurement essentials, contract management, and probity in procurement.
eLearning is a great way to provide a consistent message, and is measurable and auditable via assessments.
More details will be available shortly. For further information, contact Rachel Ferretto.
Procurement training
Our 2016 Procurement and Contract Management Excellence Series is running a selected number of courses in October and November.
The courses include:
Further information about each course is available in our training brochure. Registrations can be made online.
For further information, contact Zara Ahmed.
Contract updates
Civil Works: Roads, Bridges & Road Resurfacing
This tender (BUS242-1013) is open (closing 18 October) and will provide councils with a panel of pre-qualified suppliers under the following categories:
- Civil works: road and bridge construction and associated maintenance
- Road resurfacing including supply, cart, spray/lay of bitumen and/or asphalt.
This arrangement is designed to simplify pricing and implementation of capital works projects, resulting in significant time and cost savings for both councils and suppliers.
For more details on the scope of this project, contact Paul Taylor.
Recruitment – Neutral Vendor Managed Service
A Deed of Variation has been completed for the Recruitment – Neutral Vendor Managed Service contract (RS8017-2015NV). The deed relates to the inclusion of a new clause for the aggregation of liability.
Details regarding the change are available via Vendor Panel.
If you would like access to this contract please complete the Contract Access Form and return it to Alison Hawkins.
For further information, contact Alison Hawkins on 9667 5518.
Workwear and Personal Protective Apparel
National Procurement Network (NPN) contract for Workwear and Personal Protective Apparel NPN3.11 has been retendered and is currently in the evaluation stage.
For further information, contact Alison Hawkins on 9667 5518.
Recruitment Services – Permanent Appointments Classified Levels and Above
The recommendation paper for Recruitment Services - Permanent Appointments Classified Levels and Above (RS8017-2015PR) has been circulated. Contracts are in the process of being finalised.
If you would like a copy of the recommendation paper please complete the Expression of Interest Form.
For further information, contact Alison Hawkins on 9667 5518.
Provision of Park and Playground Equipment
The Request for Tender for the Provision of Park and Playground Equipment (PP4924-2016) closed on 30 August and is currently being evaluated by the Tender Evaluation Panel.
An indicative timeframe for the new contract is:
- Evaluation completed: October 2016
- Agreements/contract negotiations: November 2016
- Contract commences: January 2017
(Timelines may vary.)
If your council would like to access the contract, contact Rachel Ferretto.
Upcoming tenders
Natural Gas
MAV Procurement will shortly be going out to market for the supply of Natural Gas (EC8310-2016-NG) for both small sites, and large buildings and facilities.
If your council is interested in taking part in this upcoming tender, contact Paul Taylor.
Industrial, Construction, Electrical and General Hardware
The National Procurement Network (NPN) is currently finalising the specification for a national panel of suppliers covering the following categories:
- Paint and protective coatings and adhesives
- Electrical and lighting (industrial and household)
- General hardware
- Building and construction materials
- Hand and power tools
- Nursery and garden care
- Domestic plumbing supplies.
This panel should be available to councils early in 2017.
For further information, contact Paul Taylor.
Contract pricing and product update
Energy Efficient Street Lighting Hardware (luminaires and associated PE cells)
A contract pricing and product list has been updated for Energy Efficient Street Lighting Hardware.
To access the pricing table please refer to Vendor Panel.
For further information, contact Alison Hawkins.
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