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158_25 Paints, Chalks, Crayons and other Art-Related Materials

ESPO

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24 Mar 2025 at 09:53

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19 Jul 2024 at 16:07

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

ESPO has awarded a contract for the supply of paints, chalks, crayons, and other art-related materials for educational use, to be delivered to the ESPO Distribution Centre in Leicester. The procurement process, identified under the title "158_25 Paints, Chalks, Crayons and other Art-Related Materials," falls within the industry category of ink products, art supplies, and paints. This contract has an estimated value of £3,600,000 and operates under an open procedure. The procurement stage is now in the award phase, with key dates including the contract start on 1st March 2025 and an end date on 31st March 2027. The invitation to tender was published on 19th July 2024, with a tender submission deadline of 19th August 2024.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially those involved in the manufacture or supply of educational art supplies. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, fostering business growth and expanding their market reach. With the requirement for financial stability and regular contract monitoring, businesses with solid financial health will be well-suited to compete. The procurement process allows for a variety of products, including poster paints, acrylic systems, inks, dyes, tools, and pastels, providing diverse opportunities for suppliers capable of meeting these needs efficiently and reliably. Companies such as Anglo Adhesives & Services Limited, BIC U.K. Limited, and Colourcraft (Colours & Adhesives) Limited, among others, have already been awarded contracts, showcasing a robust competitive platform for participating firms.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

158_25 Paints, Chalks, Crayons and other Art-Related Materials

Notice Description

The supply of paints, chalks crayons and other art-related materials for educational use for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester. This will includes; powder, ready-mixed, PVA, washable, glitter, water colours, face-paints, oil based and acrylics, craft paints, inks and dyes for textiles such as glass, fabric and ceramics as well as chalks, crayons and pastels. Lot 1 - Poster Paints Lot 2 - Artists Paints Lot 3 - Acrylic Paint Systems Lot 4 - Inks Lot 5 - Dyes Lot 6 - Tools Lot 7 - Chalks, Pastels etc. The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 23 months. The total estimated value stated (which is captured in this notice as a Value excluding VAT) includes the option period. This contract will contain a contract monitoring clause which will require suppliers to ensure that there is no material detrimental change in their financial standing and/or their credit rating (as determined by use of a Credit Reference Agency). Bi-annual review meetings will be held.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0438638b-2324-4869-b2e2-9933441bdff9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f51b9fa-6a76-45eb-b0b3-634162d83ffa
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,600,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESPO
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE19 1ES
Postcode Area
Leicester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Enderby
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
14
Supplier Names

Anglo Adhesives & Services Limited

BIC U.K. LIMITED

Bright Ideas Marketing Limited

COLOURCRAFT (COLOURS & ADHESIVES) LIMITED

Daler-Rowney Limited

DRYAD CREATIVE LIMITED (Previously DRYAD EDUCATION LIMITED)

Habico Limited

HANDELSONDERNEMING HAVO B.V.

Major Brushes Ltd

Pentel Stationery Ltd

R. TALENS UK LIMITED

St. Majewski Sp. z o.o.

TREMART LTD

West Design Products Limited

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