Award

ESPO 229_24 Lot 1

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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13 Nov 2025 at 17:28

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, based in Glasgow, Scotland, has awarded a contract titled "ESPO 229_24 Lot 1" under the CPV classification for curtains. This procurement process was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender, which pertains to the goods category, reached the award stage with an active status on 27th October 2025. Contracting started the same date and will run until 30th September 2027. The procurement covers delivery to various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This awarded contract presents a notable opportunity for businesses involved in the production and supply of curtains. While Volvina Limited, a large-scale company, has been awarded the contract, similar procurements in the future could benefit Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) due to suitability considerations. Enterprises proficient in working within a framework agreement and catering to diverse geographical needs might find significant business growth potential in similar government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ESPO 229_24 Lot 1

Notice Description

Transparency only

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fc64c973-56e8-4fa5-82b8-100ec9b80499
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

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

CPV Codes

39515100 - Curtains

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
27 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EX
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VOLVINA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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