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Musical Instruments - Various Music Accessories

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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08 Aug 2025 at 09:57

Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council has concluded the procurement process for "Musical Instruments - Various Music Accessories" under a direct award arrangement via the Department for Education's Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework. The procurement, classified in the industry category of musical instruments and accessories (CPV code 37000000), is based in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The total contract value amounts to £18,194. The tender process is completed, with the contract period running from 30th April 2025 to 31st May 2027. The award was published on 8th August 2025, with Zendell Limited selected as the supplier.

This procurement provides unique opportunities for businesses, especially those specialising in the supply of musical accessories and equipment, to engage with public sector frameworks like those led by educational authorities. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) would have been well-suited to compete in such direct award tenders, highlighting opportunities for growth in niche markets through collaborations with large buying organisations like Leicestershire County Council. Participation in these frameworks can significantly enhance visibility and credibility for businesses looking to expand their market reach within the education sector.

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Notice Title

Musical Instruments - Various Music Accessories

Notice Description

Direct Award via the DfE Musical Instruments, Equipment and Technology Framework purchase of Various Music Accessories

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-72bdb588-49d5-47fc-8396-7e3812365018
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/646f8852-eeff-48b3-b4ea-bc9643832d8d
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

37000000 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£18,194 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£18,194 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Apr 202511 months ago
Contract Period
29 Apr 2025 - 31 May 2027 2-3 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
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
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
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ZENDELL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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