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162_25 Clays, Glazes and Modelling Materials

Espo

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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18 Mar 2025 at 12:55

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TenderAmendment

09 Sep 2024 at 11:56

Tender Notice
Tender

06 Aug 2024 at 11:54

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The buying organisation, Espo, located in Leicester, England, has completed the awarding stage of the procurement process titled "162_25 Clays, Glazes and Modelling Materials." This procurement falls under the goods category and includes the supply of various modelling materials like air drying and kiln drying clays, glazes, construction materials, and tools, intended for educational use. The primary goods classification is Straw (CPV 03114100), with additional classifications including Sand and Clay, Handicraft and Art Supplies, Tiles, Wire Products, Enamels, and Glazes. The estimated contract value is £2,000,000, covering the period from 1 March 2025 to 31 March 2027, with an option to extend for up to 23 months.

This framework agreement offers substantial business growth opportunities, especially for SMEs and VCSEs, given the specific suitability requirements. The comprehensive range of materials required, including specialised items like soft modelling dough and construction tools, provides an avenue for businesses in the manufacturing, industrial supplies, and educational resources industries to compete. The open procedure procurement method ensures transparency and competitive bidding. Successful suppliers must maintain financial stability, evidenced by bi-annual reviews, to prevent any detrimental changes in their financial standing. This tender can open doors for businesses aiming to secure long-term partnerships with Espo and expand their market reach in the educational sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

162_25 Clays, Glazes and Modelling Materials

Notice Description

Framework for the supply of Air Drying and Kiln Drying Modelling Clays and Glazes, Soft Modelling Dough, Silver and Modelling Sand and Construction Materials including Foam, Wood for educational use for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre and Direct Delivery to the ESPO Customer. Lot 1 - Doughs, Clays and Moulding Lot 2 - Glazes, Additives and Tiles Lot 3 - Construction Materials Lot 4 - Tools Lot 5 - Play Sand The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 23 months. The total estimated value stated (which is captured in this notice as a Value excluding VAT) includes the option period. This contract will contain a contract monitoring clause which will require suppliers to ensure that there is no material detrimental change in their financial standing and/or their credit rating (as determined by use of a Credit Reference Agency). Bi-annual review meetings will be held.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cff52891-ea0a-4598-bea0-92f0bbbd092b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca21441e-4498-4cd6-b5d6-8916d50c89f6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

03 - Agricultural, farming, fishing, forestry and related products

14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

03114100 - Straw

14200000 - Sand and clay

37800000 - Handicraft and art supplies

44111700 - Tiles

44310000 - Wire products

44812100 - Enamels and glazes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 2-3 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
Espo
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE19 1ES
Postcode Area
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Enderby
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
7
Supplier Names

A.B. GEE OF RIPLEY LIMITED

ARTSTRAWS MFG LTD

DALER-ROWNEY LIMITED

DRYAD CREATIVE LIMITED (Previously DRYAD EDUCATION LIMITED)

MAJOR BRUSHES LIMITED

PENNINE AGGREGATES LIMITED

WIGSTON PAPER LIMITED

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