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Supply of Archive Solander boxes

University of Reading

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Reading has initiated a tendering process for the supply of Archive Solander boxes, aimed at supporting the repacking of its Herbarium, which consists of approximately 400,000 plant specimens. The procurement is classified under goods, specifically the category of file storage boxes, with a total contract value set between £150,000 and £175,000. The open tender was published on 4 March 2021 and will remain open until 5 April 2021. The contract hold period is scheduled to commence from 27 April 2021, concluding on 31 May 2021, with delivery expected at the university's location in Reading (postcode RG6 6AB).

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for suppliers of storage solutions, particularly for those who can provide high-quality materials suitable for archival purposes. Businesses that specialise in manufacturing file storage boxes or similar archival supplies, especially small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), should consider participating in this process. With the University of Reading's commitment to managing risks, such as pest control during storage, companies experienced in creating durable and reliable storage solutions will find this opportunity particularly relevant.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Archive Solander boxes

Notice Description

The Herbarium is a research and teaching facility, containing around 400,000 specimens of flowering plants, conifers, cycads, ferns, lycophytes and non-vascular plants. The Herbarium will need to be repacked into new boxes ahead of the move to Worton Grange. Consideration will need to be given to manage risks around biscuit beetle. A tender is sought for the supply of new boxes for the Herbarium, with the number and specification set out below. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3f31d56f-074b-4da3-9a1e-2d72937ce09e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75ebb763-322c-47d7-8e2f-91190b35cbe1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

30193700 - File storage box

30199500 - Box files, letter trays, storage boxes and similar articles

44613400 - Storage containers

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

92510000 - Library and archive services

92512000 - Archive services

92512100 - Archive destruction services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Apr 2021 - 31 May 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Reading
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
READING
Postcode
RG6 6AB
Postcode Area
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wokingham
Electoral Ward
Maiden Erlegh & Whitegates
Westminster Constituency
Earley and Woodley

Further Information

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