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174_24 Science Consumables

ESPO

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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20 Feb 2024 at 15:15

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Tender

06 Sep 2023 at 14:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process involves ESPO, a Central Purchasing Body in the UK, awarding a contract for the supply of science consumables for educational purposes. The tender, titled "174_24 Science Consumables," falls under the goods category with a focus on educational equipment. The procurement stage is active, with a total contract value of 960,000 GBP. The tender offers opportunities for businesses to provide primary and secondary education science resources, including chemical supplies and lab equipment. The deadline for the tender period is October 9, 2023.

This public procurement opportunity by ESPO for science consumables is aimed at businesses that can supply science resources suitable for primary and secondary education. Various lots, including primary science, secondary science, and labware, are available for bidding. Businesses specialising in educational equipment and supplies, especially those with experience in delivering to educational institutions, would be well-suited to compete in this tender. The procurement method is open, and interested suppliers must adhere to electronic submission methods and bid validity requirements to participate in the process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

174_24 Science Consumables

Notice Description

A framework for the supply of science resources and equipment suitable for use in primary and secondary education. A fully comprehensive range is required, including class kits, lab ware, scientific equipment and instruments, as well as a complete range of chemicals suitable for use in experiments relevant to the delivery of secondary science curriculum. Goods are for delivery to the ESPO central distribution centre (Leicester) and also for delivery directly to individual customer establishments.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Primary Science

Products required include a comprehensive range of primary education science-based class kits and other primary science resources suitable for the delivery of the curriculum for Key Stages 1 and 2.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 23 months. The total estimated value stated in Section II.1.7 includes the option period.

Lot 2 - Secondary Science

Products required include a comprehensive range of secondary education science equipment and resources, including a range of chemicals suitable for the delivery of the curriculum for Key Stages 3 and 4. Additional information: ESPO will require catalogue support from the awarded suppliers, including but not limited to product selection, product images and descriptions and safety information for chemicals.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 23 months. The total estimated value stated in Section II.1.7 includes the option period.

Lot 3 - Labware and Accessories

Products required include a range of lab ware and accessories suitable for primary and secondary education organisations.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 23 months. The total estimated value stated in Section II.1.7 includes the option period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03fa78
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005544-2024
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

24 - Chemical products

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

24300000 - Basic inorganic and organic chemicals

33793000 - Laboratory glassware

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

39162000 - Educational equipment

39162100 - Teaching equipment

39162110 - Teaching supplies

39162200 - Training aids and devices

42931100 - Laboratory centrifuges and accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£960,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£960,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£960,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Feb 20242 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2024 - 31 Mar 2026 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
2
Supplier Names

Appleton Woods Limited

Scientific Laboratory Supplies Limited (T/A SLS Select Education)

Further Information

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