This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Oct 2021 at 11:35

Tender

13 Jul 2021 at 11:12

Summary of the contracting process

YPO, a central purchasing body based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, is conducting a procurement for the provision of whiteboard markers and accessories under the tender titled "YPO - 001079 Whiteboard markers." This tender falls within the goods category and is currently ongoing, with the submission deadline having been on 19 August 2021. The awarded framework agreement is set to commence on 13 October 2021 and will run for a duration of four years, with potential extensions based on performance and market conditions. A minimum 10-day standstill period is in place for unsuccessful bidders to contest decisions.

This framework creates ample opportunities for businesses, particularly those manufacturing or supplying educational materials, stationary products, and office supplies. Companies of various scales, including SMEs and larger enterprises, are encouraged to participate, especially those that can demonstrate quality and customer service while also factoring in sustainability initiatives in their offerings. With multiple lot opportunities and a significant total value of £12 million for each lot, potential suppliers can expect a competitive environment conducive to business growth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

YPO - 001079 Whiteboard markers

Notice Description

YPO are looking for Providers to be appointed onto a Framework Agreement for the supply of whiteboard pens and markers for use primarily in the education market. This Framework is designed to meet the needs of YPO and all public sector organisations by establishing an agreement for Providers to deliver stock into YPO's distribution centre in Wakefield, West Yorkshire.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Premium Quality Whiteboard Markers and Pens

Lot 1 covers a variety of premium quality whiteboard markers and pens.

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 13th October 2021 to 12th October 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of May 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 13 October 2021 to 12 October 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance).

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 2 - Premium Quality Refillable Markers and Pens

Lot 2 covers premium quality refillable whiteboard markers and pens.

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 13th October 2021 to 12th October 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of May 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 13 October 2021 to 12 October 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance)

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 3 - Added Value Whiteboard Markers & Pens

This Lot will cover added value whiteboard markers and pens.

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 13th October 2021 to 12th October 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of May 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 13 October 2021 to 12 October 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance).

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 4 - Compact Whiteboard Pens

This Lot will cover compact whiteboard pens.

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 13th October 2021 to 12th October 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of May 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 13 October 2021 to 12 October 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance).

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 5 - YPO Own Brand Whiteboard Markers/Pens

This Lot will cover YPO own brand whiteboard markers and pens.

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 13th October 2021 to 12th October 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of May 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 13 October 2021 to 12 October 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance).

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Lot 6 - YPO Premium Own Brand Whiteboard Markers/Pens

This Lot will cover YPO premium own brand whiteboard markers and pens.

Options: The Framework Agreement will cover the period from 13th October 2021 to 12th October 2023 with two options to extend for an additional 12 months. The first decision to extend the contract period will be taken by the end of May 2023 and will be dependent on satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date, the current market conditions for this category and YPO's contracting structures. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 years, from 13 October 2021 to 12 October 2025 (subject to an annual review, incorporating price negotiations and KPI performance).

Renewal: There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02c735
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026239-2021
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

30195911 - Whiteboard accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
13 Oct 2021 - 12 Oct 2025 4-5 years
Recurrence
There is a possibility that this Framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
YPO
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF2 0XE
Postcode Area
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLE45 Wakefield

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wrenthorpe and Outwood West
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

Bic UK Ltd

Edding UK Ltd

Helix Trading Ltd

Newall Rubbermaid UK Ltd

The Hira Company Ltd

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