Award

TWBC & MBC Stationery and Office Supplies

TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

02 Sep 2024 at 13:51

Tender

10 Nov 2023 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) and Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) are seeking a reputable supplier to fulfil their office stationery and equipment requirements. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Office Supplies" (CPV code 30192000) and is relevant to the UKJ45 region. The tender has been split into four lots: TWBC Stationery and Office Supplies, MBC Stationery, Office, and Catering Supplies, TWBC Office Chairs, and MBC Specialist Paper. The procurement process is at the 'Tender' stage with an open procedure being followed. Key dates include the tender period closing on 5th January 2024 and the award period beginning on 12th January 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in office supplies and equipment. With an initial contract term of three years and potential for two additional one-year extensions, it provides a stable and long-term business opportunity. The procurement criteria emphasize cost (80%) and quality (20%), positioning cost-effective yet high-quality suppliers to benefit. Both large enterprises and SMEs, especially those able to deliver tailored office solutions for public sector entities in the specified regions, would be well-suited to compete.

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Notice Title

TWBC & MBC Stationery and Office Supplies

Notice Description

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) and Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) are looking to procure a reputable supplier to fulfil their office stationery and equipment requirements. Contract Term: The contract will be for an initial three years followed by two optional annual extensions subject to commercial review (3+1+1).

Lot Information

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Stationery and Office Supplies

In order to best satisfy the needs of the service, this tender has been split into four lots: 1. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Stationery and Office Supplies 2. Maidstone Borough Council Stationery, Office, and Catering Supplies 3. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Office Chairs 4. Maidstone Borough Council Specialist Paper.

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three years followed by two optional annual extensions subject to commercial review (3+1+1).

Maidstone Borough Council Stationery, Office, and Catering Supplies

In order to best satisfy the needs of the service, this tender has been split into four lots: 1. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Stationery and Office Supplies 2. Maidstone Borough Council Stationery, Office, and Catering Supplies 3. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Office Chairs 4. Maidstone Borough Council Specialist Paper.

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three years followed by two optional annual extensions subject to commercial review (3+1+1).

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Office Chairs

In order to best satisfy the needs of the service, this tender has been split into four lots: 1. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Stationery and Office Supplies 2. Maidstone Borough Council Stationery, Office, and Catering Supplies 3. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Office Chairs 4. Maidstone Borough Council Specialist Paper.

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three years followed by two optional annual extensions subject to commercial review (3+1+1).

Maidstone Borough Council Specialist Paper.

In order to best satisfy the needs of the service, this tender has been split into four lots: 1. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Stationery and Office Supplies 2. Maidstone Borough Council Stationery, Office, and Catering Supplies 3. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Office Chairs 4. Maidstone Borough Council Specialist Paper.

Renewal: The contract will be for an initial three years followed by two optional annual extensions subject to commercial review (3+1+1).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04176d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027959-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

30192000 - Office supplies

30192700 - Stationery

30199000 - Paper stationery and other items

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£370,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2024 - 28 Feb 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TUNBRIDGE WELLS BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

MAIDSTONE BOROUGH COUNCIL

Contact Name
Miss Megan Hook
Contact Email
megan.hook@tunbridgewells.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1892554110

Buyer Location

Locality
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Postcode
TN1 1RS
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ45 Mid Kent, TLJ46 West Kent

Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Tunbridge Wells

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

BANNER GROUP

BATES OFFICE SERVICES

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