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Framework Agreement for Office, Paper, EOS & Library Supplies (OPELS)

North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium

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Summary of the contracting process

The North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium (NWUPC) has awarded a Framework Agreement for Office, Paper, EOS & Library Supplies (OPELS), amalgamating two previous agreements in the office supplies industry category. This process involved multiple lots, including Office Supplies, Bulk Paper, Computer Supplies, and Library Supplies. The agreement started on 1st August 2024, running initially for twenty-four months until 31st July 2026, with the possibility of two twelve-month extensions, potentially concluding on 31st July 2028. The total estimated value for this framework is £82,682,690, with key suppliers such as Banner Group Ltd, Lyreco UK Ltd, and others based across the UK in areas including Sheffield and Glasgow, making it geographically diverse and beneficial for a wide range of organisations including universities and public sector bodies.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the office and library supplies industry to secure long-term contracts and solidify their market presence. Large companies like Banner Group Ltd and SMEs like Wildhearts Office Ltd participated, indicating that both large and small businesses are well-suited to compete. The framework encourages competitive pricing with a higher weight on price (60%) over quality (40%), making it ideal for firms that can deliver cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality. Participation in this tender can enhance business growth by expanding market reach and establishing robust partnerships within the public and education sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for Office, Paper, EOS & Library Supplies (OPELS)

Notice Description

NWUPC is establishing a multi-provider Framework Agreement for Office, Paper, EOS & Library Supplies (OPELS) OFF3166 NW which will amalgamate two existing agreements: * Office Computer & Library * Paper Print & Specialist This framework will be accessible to members of the following organisations: Advance Procurement for Universities and Colleges Higher Education Purchasing Consortium Wales London Universities Purchasing Consortium North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium North Eastern Universities Purchasing Consortium Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium The lotting structure will be: Lot 1 Office Supplies Lot 2 Bulk Paper Lot 3 Computer Supplies Lot 4 Library Supplies

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Office Supplies

Not limited to, the following scope; general office products, cut paper (desktop delivery quantities), minor office equipment, envelopes, furniture and presentation, printer toner and ink, computer external storage, computer peripherals e.g. cables, media storage, book care, book trolleys and display supplies, library security supplies, referencing supplies, janitorial products for office use, other office supplies products, other computer supplies products, other library supplies product. Additional information: Please read the complete tender document set, including the supplier guide to tendering, prior to completing.

Renewal: The framework will commence on 1st August 2024 for an initial period of 24 months until 31st July 2026 with the option to extend the agreement for 12 months until 31st July 2027 and a further 12 months until 31st July 2028 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator Performance

Lot 2 - Bulk Paper

Bulk Paper the supply of the following types of paper in bulk includes but is not limited to: coated and uncoated papers, recycled and virgin papers, cut sheet and reel papers, a variety of paper sizes including SR, A4 and A3 and a variety of FSC and PEFC certified papers. Specialist papers may be purchased in smaller quantities. This list is not exhaustive. Additional information: Please read the complete tender document set, including the supplier guide to tendering, prior to completing.

Renewal: The framework will commence on 1st August 2024 for an initial period of 24 months until 31st July 2026 with the option to extend the agreement for 12 months until 31st July 2027 and a further 12 months until 31st July 2028 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator Performance

Lot 3 - Computer Supplies

Computer Supplies includes but is not limited to printer toner and ink, computer external storage, computer peripherals e.g. cables, media storage, other computer supplies products. This list is not exhaustive. Additional information: Please read the complete tender document set, including the supplier guide to tendering, prior to completing.

Renewal: The framework will commence on 1st August 2024 for an initial period of 24 months until 31st July 2026 with the option to extend the agreement for 12 months until 31st July 2027 and a further 12 months until 31st July 2028 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator Performance

Lot 4 - Library Supplies

Library Supplies includes but is not limited to book care, book trolleys and display supplies, library security supplies, referencing supplies, other library supplies products. This list is not exhaustive

Renewal: The framework will commence on 1st August 2024 for an initial period of 24 months until 31st July 2026 with the option to extend the agreement for 12 months until 31st July 2027 and a further 12 months until 31st July 2028 subject to satisfactory Economic Operator Performance

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0453db
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038227-2024
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

22 - Printed matter and related products

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

22600000 - Ink

22610000 - Printing ink

22993400 - Corrugated paper or paperboard

30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

30100000 - Office machinery, equipment and supplies except computers, printers and furniture

30125000 - Parts and accessories of photocopying apparatus

30125100 - Toner cartridges

30125110 - Toner for laser printers/fax machines

30125120 - Toner for photocopiers

30191000 - Office equipment except furniture

30192000 - Office supplies

30192110 - Ink products

30192113 - Ink cartridges

30192121 - Ballpoint pens

30192122 - Fountain pens

30192123 - Fibre pens

30192124 - Felt-tipped pens

30192127 - Pen holders

30192130 - Pencils

30192132 - Pencil lead refills

30192133 - Pencil sharpeners

30192134 - Pencil holders

30192930 - Correction pens

30192940 - Correction pen refills

30197620 - Writing paper

30197630 - Printing paper

30197642 - Photocopier paper and xerographic paper

30199300 - Embossed or perforated paper

30199330 - Continuous paper for computer printers

30199400 - Gummed or adhesive paper

30199410 - Self-adhesive paper

30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies

30237200 - Computer accessories

30237400 - Data entry accessories

37822000 - Drawing pens

39133000 - Display units

39153100 - Bookstands

39155000 - Library furniture

39171000 - Display cases

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£82,682,690 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£82,682,690 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2024 - 31 Jul 2028 4-5 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
North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M6 6FP
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Pendleton & Charlestown
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
15
Supplier Names

Antalis Ltd

Banner Group Ltd

Bates Office Services Ltd

CPP Trading Group Ltd t/a Clyde Paper & Print

Comcen Computer Supplies Ltd

Elliott Baxter & Company Ltd

Lyreco UK Ltd

OfficeXpress Europe Limited

Paragon Customer Communications (London) Ltd.

Premier Paper Group Ltd

Springfield Business Papers Ltd

WF Education Group Ltd

WL Coller Ltd

Wildhearts Office Ltd

XMA Ltd

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