Award

174_20 - Science Resources and Equipment for Primary and Secondary Education

ESPO

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Award

14 Oct 2019 at 08:35

Tender

12 Aug 2019 at 09:23

Summary of the contracting process

The ESPO (Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation) is seeking suppliers for the procurement titled "174_20 - Science Resources and Equipment for Primary and Secondary Education." This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically requiring a comprehensive range of science resources suitable for key stages 1 to 4 in education. The tender closing date was at midday on 9 September 2019, with the awarded contract commencing on 1 April 2020 and running until 31 March 2022, with an option for a 24-month extension. The framework agreement includes two lots for primary and secondary education science resources and may leverage an eAuction process for subsequent call-off contracts. The location of delivery is the ESPO central distribution centre in Leicester and directly to customer establishments across the UK and beyond.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in educational supplies and equipment, particularly those providing science kits, laboratory instruments, and related chemicals. Companies positioned to excel in this tender would include small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) that can deliver high-quality educational products alongside catalogue support. The successful bidder will need to demonstrate capability in product selection, safety information provision, and possibly engage in an eAuction mechanism for ongoing contract management.

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Notice Title

174_20 - Science Resources and Equipment for Primary and Secondary Education

Notice Description

A framework for the supply of science resources and equipment suitable for use in primary and secondary education. A fully comprehensive range is required, including class kits, lab ware, scientific equipment and instruments, as well as a complete range of chemicals suitable for use in experiments relevant to the delivery of the secondary science curriculum. Goods are for delivery to the ESPO central distribution centre (Leicester) and also for delivery directly to individual customer establishments. Lot 1: Primary Education Science - Products required include a comprehensive range of primary education science-based class kits and other primary science resources suitable for the delivery of the curriculum for Key Stages 1 and 2. Goods are for delivery to ESPO, Leicester, and also to individual ESPO customers. It is envisaged that this Lot will be awarded to one supplier. ESPO will require catalogue support from the awarded supplier including but not limited to: product selection, product images and descriptions. Lot 2: Secondary Education Science - Products required include a comprehensive range of primary education science-based class kits and other primary science resources suitable for the delivery of the curriculum for Key Stages 3 and 4. Goods are for delivery to ESPO, Leicester, and also to individual ESPO customers. It is envisaged that this Lot will be awarded to one supplier. ESPO will require catalogue support from the awarded supplier including but not limited to: product selection, product images and descriptions, and safety information for chemicals. The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period. An eAuction process may be used to award subsequent call off contracts following the reopening of competition among the parties to the Framework Agreement. To tender: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '174_20' d)Express an interest (e) Download the tender from the website. Please note: the closing time and date for submission of tenders is 12:00 midday, 09/09/2019. Additional information: To tender: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '174_20' d)Express an interest (e) Download the tender from the website. Please note: the closing time and date for submission of tenders is 12:00 midday, 09/09/2019.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/695e4f2b-fdaa-4cb0-940d-a9303fc5f11a
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

24300000 - Basic inorganic and organic chemicals

24311000 - Chemical elements, inorganic acids and compounds

33793000 - Laboratory glassware

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

38437000 - Laboratory pipettes and accessories

39162000 - Educational equipment

39162100 - Teaching equipment

39162110 - Teaching supplies

39162200 - Training aids and devices

42931100 - Laboratory centrifuges and accessories

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESPO
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE19 1ES
Post Town
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
1
Supplier Name

INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC GROUP LTD (EDULAB

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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