Prior Consultation No. 1608/2025 - Procurement of Service Provision – Cash Collection Homedeposit

This Prior Consultation, identified as No. 1608/2025, concerns the procurement of services for cash collection specifically for Homedeposit. The objective is to engage a service provider responsible for the secure and efficient collection of cash from Homedeposit's locations. This service is crucial for managing the company's financial operations, ensuring that cash generated from sales and other transactions is safely transported and deposited. The scope of work is expected to involve regular pick-ups, secure transportation of funds, and delivery to designated banking institutions or secure facilities. Key requirements will likely include the bidder's experience in cash-in-transit services, their security protocols, insurance coverage, and the geographical coverage of their operations to ensure all Homedeposit sites are serviced. The consultation aims to gather information from potential service providers to better define the terms of reference for a future tender. This includes understanding market capabilities, pricing structures, and innovative solutions that could enhance the efficiency and security of the cash collection process. Interested parties are invited to provide their qualifications and proposals in response to this consultation, which will inform the subsequent procurement process for this essential service.

This is a services contract in the finance and banking, security and defense and general supplies sectors. Located in Portugal, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 19,800.

Published through base_gov_pt, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the finance and banking sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.