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Printers and Papercut (Eden Area)

WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Westmorland and Furness Council involves the contract titled "Printers and Papercut (Eden Area)", classified under office and computing machinery and equipment. The contract is focused on supplying and servicing printers and related papercut solutions within the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement followed a selective method, leveraging a call-off from a framework agreement. The contracting details show that the award was activated on 10th September 2025, with the contract running from 11th September 2025 to 10th September 2027. The procurement is deemed suitable for both SMEs and VCSEs, offering a promising opportunity for small and socially responsible enterprises within the services category.

This tender provides business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in office equipment and supplies. Given the contract's value of £13,105.76, agile small businesses can efficiently meet the targeted regional demand for printers and papercut services. Companies adept in providing comprehensive solutions in this niche area, especially those operating or wishing to expand within North West England, could find this an advantageous prospect to collaborate with local government agencies. The call-off framework agreement presents a strategic entry into governmental procurement processes, potentially leading to long-term partnerships and further contracts.

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Notice Title

Printers and Papercut (Eden Area)

Notice Description

Contract for printers and papercut supply and services (for the Eden area)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-682e066c-17ca-4b62-a600-2cb776b26f31
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f953a493-8bcb-446a-80cf-38f2c0f53bd8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,105 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£13,105 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Sep 20256 months ago
Contract Period
10 Sep 2025 - 10 Sep 2027 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
WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KENDAL
Postcode
LA9 4DQ
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD14 Westmorland and Furness
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness
Electoral Ward
Kendal Strickland and Fell
Westminster Constituency
Westmorland and Lonsdale

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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