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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Keele has successfully completed the procurement process for an "Electrical & Plumbing Supplies Contract," securing an award to Rexel UK Limited. This selective procurement was executed through a call-off from the NWUPC Facilities Supplies Framework Agreement, specifically under reference EFM3190 NW. The contract, valued at £120,000, encompasses the supply of electrical and plumbing materials required on an ad hoc basis. The procurement stage has been finalised, with the award status marked as active from 11th June 2026. The contract is slated to commence on 1st July 2026 and continue until 30th June 2030, with an optional extension of twelve months. The delivery location is identified by postal code ST5 5BG, situated in Newcastle, England, with the main industry categories being electrical supplies and accessories, as well as plumbing and heating materials.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers within the electrical and plumbing sectors, particularly those interested in framework agreements, which are becoming an increasingly vital procurement method. Companies that can offer a flexible, comprehensive range of products on demand will find this contract particularly beneficial. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable for this opportunity, even though large firms like Rexel UK Limited also actively compete within this space. By engaging in such procurements, businesses can secure a stable revenue stream over an extended period and establish long-term relationships with public institutions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Electrical & Plumbing Supplies Contract

Notice Description

Contract for electrical and plumbing suppliers on an ad hoc basis. Call-off under the NWUPC Facilities Supplies Framework Agreement, ref: EFM3190 NW

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3adf08a1-8dbf-481b-96fd-888893828701
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2aa5fe57-3da7-49af-8f6d-e653874dd251
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

31680000 - Electrical supplies and accessories

44115200 - Plumbing and heating materials

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2030 4-5 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
UNIVERSITY OF KEELE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWCASTLE
Postcode
ST5 5BG
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newcastle-under-Lyme
Electoral Ward
Keele
Westminster Constituency
Newcastle-under-Lyme

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REXEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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