Award

174_24 Science Consumables

ESPO

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

20 Feb 2024 at 15:23

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

06 Sep 2023 at 14:38

Tender Notice
Tender

06 Sep 2023 at 13:05

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The buying organisation Espo has awarded a contract for the supply of science consumables, including primary and secondary science resources, lab ware, and chemicals. The contract value is £960,000, with a contract period starting on 1st March 2024 and ending on 31st March 2026. This tender was in the award stage as of 20th February 2024, with a procurement method of open procedure (above threshold). The tender deadline was 9th October 2023.

This contract presents opportunities for SMEs and businesses in the goods industry category, especially those providing educational equipment and laboratory supplies. Companies interested in supplying science consumables for educational purposes suitable for primary and secondary education can benefit from competing in this procurement process led by Espo in Leicester, England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

174_24 Science Consumables

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 secondary science curriculum. Lot 1 - Primary Science Lot 2 - Secondary Science Lot 3 - Labware and Accessories Goods are for delivery to the ESPO central distribution centre (Leicester) and also for delivery directly to individual customer establishments. The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 23 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period. This framework will operate on-going contract monitoring procedures following award, to ensure financial stability requirements are maintained. Credit rating checks will be carried out on a regular basis, using a credit rating agency. Any changes will be assessed (compared with a baseline credit rating score obtained at contract award stage) and significant changes or sustained degradation will be investigated. Additional information: As a Central Purchasing Body as defined in the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, the Framework Agreement is open for use by Public Bodies (defined at https://www.espo.org/amfile/file/download/file/9608/) that also fall into one of the following classifications of user throughout all administrative regions of the UK: Local Authorities; Educational Establishments (including Academies); Central Government Departments and Agencies; Police, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard Emergency Services; NHS and HSC Bodies, including Ambulance Services; Registered Charities; Registered Social Landlords; The Corporate Office of the House of Lords, The Corporate Officer of the House of Commons; or any public body established by or under the Scotland Act 1998 or any Act of the Scottish Parliament. Details of the classification of end user establishments and geographical areas are available at: https://www.espo.org/legal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1accccf6-625f-4ffd-b8b2-d7d45cf63662
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49ecdd35-b21a-4076-ae1a-bde9e47395bf
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

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

33793000 - Laboratory glassware

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

39162000 - Educational equipment

42931100 - Laboratory centrifuges and accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£960,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£960,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Feb 20242 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 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
Catalogue Procurement Team
Contact Email
tenders@espo.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
2
Supplier Names

APPLETON WOODS

SCIENTIFIC LABORATORY SUPPLIES LIMITED (T/A SLS SELECT EDUCATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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