Tender

GB-York: Bed and bedding tender

FAMILY FUND

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Tender

12 Sep 2025 at 14:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Family Fund, based in York, UK, is actively seeking suppliers for a contract titled "GB-York: Bed and bedding tender." This procurement focuses on providing beds, mattresses, and bedding to families raising disabled or seriously ill children throughout the United Kingdom. The industry category for this tender is classified under "Beds and bedding and specialist soft furnishings," with secondary classification for mattresses. The buying organisation is using an open procedure method for this service procurement, offering a contract valued between £5,000,000 and £10,000,000. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 3rd October 2025, with the contract set to commence on 1st April 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2029. The scope of delivery includes several regions such as the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), as they are considered suitable candidates for this tender. Businesses specialising in manufacturing or supplying beds, mattresses, and related soft furnishings are well-suited to compete, especially those with the capability to serve a wide geographical area including international locations. The open procurement method ensures a transparent selection process based on clearly defined criteria, making it a valuable opportunity for businesses looking to expand their reach and presence in the UK and beyond.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-York: Bed and bedding tender

Notice Description

Family Fund is seeking a supplier to provide beds, mattresses and bedding to families raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people living in the UK. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ffe679a-94c7-45ae-a176-8a777613bfba
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

39143110 - Beds and bedding and specialist soft furnishings

39143112 - Mattresses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Sep 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
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
FAMILY FUND
Contact Name
James Wilkie
Contact Email
james.wilkie@familyfund.org.uk
Contact Phone
07891334589

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO32 9WN
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Huntington & New Earswick
Westminster Constituency
York Outer

Further Information

Notice Documents

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