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ESPO 229_24 Lot 1

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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13 Nov 2025 at 17:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, based in Glasgow, Scotland, initiated a public procurement process titled "ESPO 229_24 Lot 1" under the industry category of goods, specifically curtains. This procurement utilized a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The initial tender period concluded on 27th October 2025, with the contract period spanning from 27th October 2025 to 30th September 2027. The procurement process reached the award stage on 13th November 2025, with the award having been granted to Sir Jacob Behrens & Sons Limited. This procurement is particularly suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), serving various locations including the British Oversea Territories and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in manufacturing or supplying curtains, especially SMEs looking to expand their client base by partnering with a significant government entity like the Ministry of Defence. Companies equipped to handle large-scale, international supply within the framework agreement specifications will find this contract beneficial for growth. However, due to its selective nature, businesses must ensure compliance with the procurement requirements to compete effectively. Sir Jacob Behrens & Sons Limited, as the current supplier, exemplifies the type of enterprise fit for such opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ESPO 229_24 Lot 1

Notice Description

Transparency only

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-16b0af14-febc-4be5-99b4-ac935b64fc88
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8eb2e256-bc4b-4250-953a-754db885a45b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

39515100 - Curtains

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
27 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EX
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIR JACOB BEHRENS & SONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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