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01 Feb 2022 at 15:26

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Writing and Colouring Instruments – Y21016" is led by Kent County Council (t/a KCS), based in Maidstone, UK. This initiative falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on writing instruments with an open procurement method. The process has reached the award stage and involves a framework agreement composed of seven lots covering various writing products, including ballpoint pens, highlighters, and drawing pencils. Key activity dates include the tender initiation on 1 February 2022 and contract signings dated 24 March 2021.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses within the stationery and art supplies sectors, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing various writing instruments and office supplies. Companies focusing on unique or innovative product offerings may especially benefit, given the variety of lots. Suppliers in the UK, particularly those with experience in bidding for public sector contracts and the ability to meet detailed specifications, will find this tender to be a valuable opportunity for growth.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Writing and Colouring Instruments - Y21016

Notice Description

This Framework is for the provision of Writing and Colouring Instruments. This Agreement is divided into 7 Lots with each Lot containing more than one category. Lot 1 - Ballpoint and Retractable Lot 2 - Highlighters Lot 3 - Drawing Pencils and Pencils Lot 4 - Drywipe Markers Lot 5 - Art and Craft Instruments Lot 6 - Colouring Pens and Pencils Lot 7 - Miscellaneous Pens

Lot Information

Ballpoint and Retractable instruments

A range of ballpoint pens - retractable and standard

Highlighters

A range of highlighter pens, various sizes, colours, packs and uses

Drawing Pencils and Pencils

The provision of a wide range of drawing pens, pencils and writing instruments.

Drywipe Markers

A range of drywipe board markers

Art and Craft Instruments

A range of calligraphy and technical writing instruments as well as specialist metallic markers

Colouring Pens and Pencils

The provision of a wide range of colouring pens and pencils and other associated writing instruments.

Miscellaneous Pens

The provision of a wide range of writing instruments not previously mentioned in the notice.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0311c0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002854-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award 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

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

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


CPV Codes

30192000 - Office supplies

30192121 - Ballpoint pens

30192125 - Markers

30192130 - Pencils

37820000 - Art supplies

39292400 - Writing instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Feb 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20215 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Kent County Council (t/a KCS)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Postcode Area
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
21
Supplier Names

Acco Brands UK Limited

BIC UK LTD

Colouring Pens and Pencils

Daler-Rowney Ltd

Eastpoint

Edding UK Ltd

Hainenko LTD

Helix Trading Limited

Manuscript Pen Company Ltd

Mitsubishi Pencil Company UK Ltd

Newell Rubbermaid UK Limited

PCC Office Supplies Ltd

Pentel (Stationery) Limited

STABILO International GmbH

Snopake Limited

Staedtler UK Ltd

The Pilot Pen Company (UK) Ltd

West Design Products Ltd

West Design Products Ltd.

Y21016

Zebra Pen (UK) Limited

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