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HCC 06/21- Framework Agreement for the Supply of Cut Paper and Card and Whitebox/Generic Brand Copier Paper

HertsFullstop Ltd

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23 May 2022 at 14:12

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29 Jun 2021 at 16:00

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Summary of the contracting process

Hertfordshire County Council is procuring a Framework Agreement for the supply of Cut Paper and Card, as well as Whitebox/Generic Brand Copier Paper, under the title "HCC 06/21". The procurement falls within the goods category, specifically printing paper, and is being conducted through an open tender process. Key details include an estimated annual contract value of approximately £1,900,000, with the framework lasting for an initial term of one year and potential extensions of up to three additional years. Interested organisations should note that the deadline for bid submissions has passed, but they can explore the opportunity further through the provided tender documents.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the paper supply sector, especially those involved in the manufacture or distribution of office supplies and copier paper. Companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as larger firms, may find this an advantageous chance to establish or expand their client base within public contracts. Given that there are options for extensions and the potential for high-volume orders to various locations across mainland UK, participation in this framework can lead to sustained business growth for qualified suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

HCC 06/21- Framework Agreement for the Supply of Cut Paper and Card and Whitebox/Generic Brand Copier Paper

Notice Description

Hertfordshire County Council (the 'Council') is currently out to procurement for the provision of a Framework Agreement for the supply of Cut Paper and Card. Further information with regards to this opportunity can be found in II.2.4) Description of the procurement field. Organisations wishing to take part in this project are invited to 'express interest' which will give access to the full procurement documents in the e-tendering system. Please see VI.3) Additional information for further information. Any questions relating to this procurement must be made via the correspondence area in the e-Tendering system, in accordance with the procurement documents and can be addressed to the main contact as shown in the details above.

Lot Information

Photocopying/Printer Papers

Photocopying/Printer PapersItem 1: General everyday office papersItem 2: Higher spec papersItem 3: Recycled papers

Options: The Framework will will be reviewed at the end of the 12 month core period and can be extended at the discretion of the Council

Tints 80 G S M (Pastels, Mid, Deep and Neon)

Tints 80 GSM (Pastels, Mid, Deep and Neon)- Item 4a: Pastels, Mid, Deep and NeonItem 4b: Rainbow Colours

Options: The Framework will be reviewed at the end of the 12 month core period and can be extended at the discretion of the Council

Tints 160 GSM (Pastels, Mid & Deep + White)

Tints 160 GSM (Pastels, Mid & Deep + White)-Item 5: Pastels, Mid & Deep + White

Options: The Framework will be reviewed at the end of the 12 month core period and can be extended at the discretion of the Council

Whitebox/Generic Brand Copier Paper

Whitebox/Generic Brand Copier Paper-Item 6: Whitebox/Generic Brand Copier Paper

Options: The Framework will be reviewed at the end of the 12 month core period and can be extended at the discretion of the Council

HCC 06/21- Framework Agreement for the Supply of Cut Paper & Card and Whitebox/Generic Brand Copier Paper

Hertfordshire County Council 'The Council'- wishes to procure a Framework Agreement for the supply of Cut Paper and Card (A4 and A3) and Whitebox/Generic Brand Copier Paper. (hereinafter referred to as 'Goods') and is seeking suitably qualified Contractors to supply the Goods under any Agreement resulting from this tendering exercise. A comprehensive list of the Goods required is given in the Specification attached to this project.The requirement covers Cut Paper and Card and Whitebox/Generic Brand Copier Paper to be delivered in bulk drops to the central stores of the Contracting Authority.There may be a requirement for orders placed by the contracting authority to be delivered directly to the end user, to various locations throughout mainland U.K.The Framework Agreement will consist of the following Lots: Lot 1- Photocopying/Printer Papers. Lot 2- 80 G S M Tints (Pastels, Mid, Deep and Neon) Lot 3- 160 G S M Tints (Pastels, Mid and Deep) and White Lot 4- Whitebox/Generic Brand Copier PaperThe estimated total value of the Framework Agreement is stated in II.1.5) of this notice and is for the initial term inclusive of the approximate value for extensions, together with the Call-Off Contracts. For the avoidance of doubt, the estimated annual value of the Contract will be approximately GBP 1,900,000.00The Framework Agreement will be awarded for an initial term of 1 year, with the option to extend the Framework Agreement up to 3 further years. Please note that the contract requirements will be subject to available financial resources, supplier performance and flexibility to meet changing demands. There will be no form of exclusivity or volume that is guaranteed under the resultant Framework Agreement and the Council will be entitled to enter into other contracts and arrangements with other suppliers for the provision of any, or all, of the requirements which are the same as, or similar to those specified under the established Framework Agreement. Organisations should be aware that due to the nature of the Goods provided, any Framework Agreement formed as a result of this procurement process shall be executed as a deed. Organisations should seek independent legal advice on the implications of this prior to submitting their bid, where appropriate.

Options: The Framework will be reviewed at the end of the 12 month core period and can be extended at the discretion of the Council

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02c17a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013838-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30197630 - Printing paper

30197643 - Photocopier paper

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£7,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£7,552,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£7,600,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HertsFullstop Ltd
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Postcode
AL7 1FT
Postcode Area
St Albans
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH23 Hertfordshire CC
Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Haldens
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

Nuco International Ltd

Premier Paper Group Ltd

Ricoh UK Ltd

Springfield Business Papers Ltd

West Country Group

Further Information

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