This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

31 Oct 2024 at 11:50

Tender

27 Mar 2024 at 08:54

Planning

13 Dec 2023 at 16:30

Summary of the contracting process

Swansea Council is seeking suppliers for a Framework Agreement to provide ready assembled domestic furniture for various council properties. This procurement process, led by Swansea Council's Housing and Public Health department, falls under the industry category of furniture (CPV code 39100000) and is classified as a goods procurement. The process is currently at the award stage, having completed an open procurement method for a framework agreement. Key dates include the return of the Market Engagement Questionnaire (MEQ) by noon on 12th January 2024. The procurement covers multiple lots including beds, wardrobes/chest of drawers, kitchen tables and chairs, sofas/sofa beds, and baby equipment, with awards signed on 30th July 2024 for a total value of £1.75 million GBP, spread across various sites in Swansea (region UKL18).

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and supply of furniture, particularly those specialising in domestic or children's furniture. SMEs like FMS Interior Services Ltd and LET US FURNISH LIMITED have already been awarded contracts for supplying different furniture categories. This framework agreement allows suppliers to compete for a stable business partnership with a local authority, fostering long-term growth and market presence. It is suitable for companies that can efficiently manage the supply chain and meet the quality and price criteria set by Swansea Council. The open procedure and framework structure ensure fair competition, providing a unique chance for businesses to expand their client base within the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Supply of Furniture for Swansea Council properties Lots 1 - 5

Notice Description

Swansea Council are seeking potential suppliers for the Framework Agreement for Supply of Furniture for Swansea Council Properties. The framework agreement will be broken up into 5 Lots and bidders are able to apply for all Lots if they so wish.

Lot Information

Beds

Supply of Furniture (Beds) for Swansea Council Properties

Renewal: 24 months

Wardrobes/Chest of drawers

Supply of Furniture (Wardrobes/Chest of drawers) for Swansea Council Properties

Renewal: 24 months

Kitchen tables & chairs

Supply of Furniture (Kitchen tables & chairs) for Swansea Council Properties

Renewal: 24 months

Sofas/Sofa beds

Supply of Furniture (Sofas/Sofa beds) for Swansea Council Properties

Renewal: 24 months

Baby Equipment

Supply of Furniture (Baby Equipment) for Swansea Council Properties

Renewal: 24 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-042561
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035314-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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


CPV Codes

33750000 - Baby care products

39100000 - Furniture

39140000 - Domestic furniture

39141000 - Kitchen furniture and equipment

39143000 - Bedroom, dining room and living-room furniture

39143100 - Bedroom furniture

39143120 - Bedroom furniture, other than beds and beddings

39143200 - Dining-room furniture

39143300 - Living-room furniture

39144000 - Bathroom furniture

39150000 - Miscellaneous furniture and equipment

39151000 - Miscellaneous furniture

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,750,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Apr 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
19 Feb 2024Expired
Award Date
30 Jul 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
48 months

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
City & County of Swansea
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 3SN
Postcode Area
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL18 Swansea

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

FMS Interior Services Ltd

LET US FURNISH LIMITED

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