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GB-Manchester: ACE 687 CCS - Furniture for Leeds and Newcastle offices

THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND

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26 Sep 2025 at 15:10

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contract titled "GB-Manchester: ACE 687 CCS - Furniture for Leeds and Newcastle offices" has been awarded by The Arts Council of England to Flexiform Business Furniture Ltd. This contract relates to the supply of office furniture including meeting pods, work benches, and various tables. Falling under the goods category, the procurement is classified under CPV code 39130000, specifically for office furniture. The procurement was conducted as a tender with the process now at the award stage, having been awarded on 10th June 2025, with the contract period spanning from 13th June 2025 to 29th August 2025. The delivery addresses for these items are located within the North East region of the United Kingdom. The total contract value is £56,872 GBP.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in office furnishings and fitting services, particularly those capable of supplying a diverse range of furniture suitable for modern office environments. Companies with a strong manufacturing base in the UK and capability to deliver in the North East region would stand to gain from such opportunities. As the Arts Council of England is a reputable public entity, successful delivery under this procurement could enhance the credibility and portfolio of such suppliers within public sector supply chains.

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Notice Title

GB-Manchester: ACE 687 CCS - Furniture for Leeds and Newcastle offices

Notice Description

Office furniture including enclosed meeting pods, work bench, small tables, high back bench and associated items Additional information: Purchased under YPO Framework reference 001074

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7bd75b5c-7245-428e-9b6e-fa213e4e21b2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

39130000 - Office furniture

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£56,872 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£56,872 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jun 2025 - 29 Aug 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
THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
Estates Services
Contact Email
procurement.services@artscouncil.org.uk
Contact Phone
+441619344317

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 1FN
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FLEXIFORM BUSINESS FURNITURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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