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Sale Library - A Cultural Hub - Libraries Improvement Funding (LIF)

TRAFFORD COUNCIL

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20 Jun 2025 at 11:35

Summary of the contracting process

Trafford Council has concluded the procurement process for the project titled "Sale Library - A Cultural Hub - Libraries Improvement Funding (LIF)" within the services category, focusing on library furniture. The tender, issued under the framework agreement by Staffordshire County Council, closed on 22nd April 2025, and resulted in an award to Opening the Book Ltd, valued at £183,995. This contract, which commenced on 16th June 2025 and will conclude on 30th September 2025, involves the supply, delivery, and installation of furniture throughout England, United Kingdom. The procurement method for this tender was classified as "Other," indicating a tailored approach for this requirement.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) specialised in manufacturing, supplying, or managing office and library furniture. Companies in these categories could find potential growth by delivering high-quality solutions for public infrastructure projects such as libraries and educational institutions. As Trafford Council frequently engages in such projects, rapid response capabilities and a reputation for reliability are beneficial characteristics for businesses intending to compete in future tenders.

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Notice Title

Sale Library - A Cultural Hub - Libraries Improvement Funding (LIF)

Notice Description

Call off Further Competition through Staffordshire County Council - Framework Agreement for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of Office Furniture for Corporate Buildings, Educational Furniture for Educational Establishments and Library Furniture- Lot 3 - Library Furniture.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-62c54b5a-c957-499f-aa39-0e591ad6a7f4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/961cbfde-24ec-4bdf-bc6b-b11c75af0bb5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£184,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£183,995 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jun 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TRAFFORD COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALE
Postcode
M33 7ZF
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Sale Central
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPENING THE BOOK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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