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26 Apr 2018 at 13:01

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26 Jan 2018 at 09:20

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerns a framework agreement titled "182S_18 Creative Materials, Card, Textiles and Glitter" initiated by ESPO, a Central Purchasing Body located at Barnsdale Way, Grove Park, Enderby, Leicester, England. This tender falls under the industry category of handicraft supplies and includes various lots for collage materials, specialist craft products, crafts kits, and textiles. The tender period ended on 9th February 2018, while the contract duration is from 1st March 2018 to 31st March 2020, with an option to extend for an additional 23 months. The total estimated value for the framework is £2,200,000 and it employs an open procurement method.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the creative materials sector. Businesses with expertise in craft supplies, textiles, and related products are well-positioned to compete. As the framework agreement is accessible to a diverse array of public bodies across the UK, including local authorities and educational establishments, suppliers can engage with a broad market, potentially enhancing their outreach and fostering business growth.

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Notice Title

182S_18 Creative Materials, Card, Textiles and Glitter

Notice Description

Framework for the supply of creative cards, materials and textiles and glitter. Lot No 1: Collage priced by unit - for the supply of collage products including glitter, sequins, bead, wiggly eyes, feathers, pompoms, pipe cleaners and card shapes. Lot No 2: Collage - for the supply of specialist craft products including glitter, sequins, ribbon, pompoms, pipe-cleaners and paper & card shapes. Lot No 3: Specific crafts & crafts kits - for the supply of specialist craft products including card products, craft kits, wax products and seasonal products. Lot No 4: Textiles and protective covers - for the supply of textiles & protective covers including fabrics and sewing instruments. The framework agreement/contract has the option to extend for up to a further 23 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period. As a Central Purchasing Body as defined by the EU Procurement Directive 2014/24/EU, the Framework Agreement is open for use by Public Bodies (defined https://www.espo.org/ESPO/media/Documents/FAQs/ESPO-s_powers_to_trade__website_-2016-12-22.pdf) 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; 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 on: http://www.espo.org/About-us-%281 %29/FAQs/Legal To tender: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for a tender opportunity '182S_18' d) Express an interest (e) Download the tender from the website. Please note: The closing date for submission of tenders is 12:00 midday, 09/02/2018 Additional information: To tender: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for a tender opportunity '182S_18' d) Express an interest (e) Download the tender from the website. Please note: The closing date for submission of tenders is 12:00 midday, 09/02/2018

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-39135035-9b26-4168-86b2-cf9447596939
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/200af326-1142-49e1-9ea9-f0bcd049460f
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

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories


CPV Codes

37810000 - Handicraft supplies

37823000 - Greaseproof paper and other paper items

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,200,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Apr 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Apr 20188 years ago
Contract Period
11 Apr 2018 - 31 Mar 2020 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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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
20
Supplier Names

Gamez Galore Limited

Artstraws Limited

Naish Felts Ltd

Whitecroft Essentials (Lydney) Limited

Anthony Peters Manufacturing Company Limited

Habico Limited

Creativity International Ltd

Educational Advantage Limited

Bright Ideas Marketing Limited

Peak Dale Products Ltd

Anglo Brands Ltd

BigJigs Toys

Specialist Crafts Ltd

JL Brierley Ltd t/a Art and Craft Factory

Victoria Grant Limited

West Design Products Limited

Designworks Etc Ltd

J M Clayton & Co Ltd

Major Brushes Ltd

Brian Clegg Ltd

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