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W5044 The provision of vape starter kits and continuous supply

WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL

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17 Feb 2026 at 16:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Walsall Metro Borough Council focuses on the provision of vape starter kits and continuous supply, facilitated via the Unite platform. This initiative falls under the electronic marketplace retailing services industry category and targets the West Midlands region in the United Kingdom. The process has reached the Award stage, with the contract commencing on 9th February 2026 and concluding on 31st March 2029. Employing a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, the contract is valued at £200,000, with key dates including the tender period’s end on 4th February 2026. The winning supplier, Unite Procurement UK Ltd, was officially announced on 9th February 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in electronic retailing services, particularly those with experience and capacity in supplying vaping products. Large enterprises engaged in similar services may find substantial growth prospects through collaboration with Walsall Metro Borough Council. The procurement process, although complete, highlights a strategic partnership with Unite Procurement UK Ltd, indicating a preference for established suppliers in the region. Businesses aiming to expand within government frameworks might consider similar opportunities where selective procurement methods are employed.

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Notice Title

W5044 The provision of vape starter kits and continuous supply

Notice Description

The Council will use the Unite platform to purchase a range of vaping products in the form of vouchers or physical vapes. The Council is unlike to choose to purchase physical vapes and are intending to use vouchers.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fb543f40-3642-4359-99d7-f95e0e19d021
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/945830b1-b1d2-4548-a898-8f75743a3ac9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services


CPV Codes

66151100 - Electronic marketplace retailing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 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
WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WALSALL
Postcode
WS1 1TP
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG38 Walsall
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Walsall
Electoral Ward
St Matthew's
Westminster Constituency
Walsall and Bloxwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LTD (FORMERLY MERCATEO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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