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229_24 Curtains, Blinds and Other Associated Products and Services

ESPO

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

23 Sep 2024 at 17:09

Award Notice
Tender

18 Jun 2024 at 12:11

Tender Notice
Planning

08 May 2024 at 15:09

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

ESPO, a central purchasing body located in Leicester, UK, has established a framework agreement for the measuring, supply, and installation of curtains, blinds, and other associated products and services. The procurement process for the title "229_24 Curtains, Blinds and Other Associated Products and Services" falls under the goods category with the main classification being curtains, drapes, valances, and textile blinds (CPV code: 39515000). The overarching framework involves multiple lots, including installations of electrically powered blinds, theatre and drama room equipment, and security shutters and grilles. Notable dates involve the initiation of tenders on 18th June 2024, with the tender period ending on 18th July 2024. The procurement process aligns with an open procedure method, and key stages are currently active.

This tender creates considerable business growth opportunities, particularly for those in manufacturing, construction, and maintenance services sectors. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in curtains, blinds, and related installations, as well as those offering niche services like theatre equipment and security installations, would find this tender highly beneficial. This framework not only opens avenues for direct business with public bodies across the UK but also through ESPO Trading Limited, targeting third sector organizations. Furthermore, the possibility of entering another framework agreement under similar terms broadens the scope of business engagement, thereby enhancing market reach and visibility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

229_24 Curtains, Blinds and Other Associated Products and Services

Notice Description

ESPO is seeking to establish a framework agreement with suppliers for the measuring, supply and installation of curtains, blinds and associated products and services. The scope of the framework includes measuring, installation, curtain and blinds dry cleaning, and other related products and services including but not limited to: - Making and fitting of curtains - Provision of tie backs - Making and fitting of roman blinds - Shower curtains - Repair of existing tracks - Dry-cleaning of curtains - Supply and fitting of tracks, battens and pelmet boards - Making and fitting of stage curtains - Stage curtains tracks and associated equipment, including audio and lighting equipment - Security shutter and grilles

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Supply and Installation of Curtains and Blinds

This lot is for the supply and installation of curtains and blinds and other related products and services.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 12 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period.

Lot 2 - Supply and Installation of Electrical Powered Blinds

This lot is for the supply and installation of electrical powered blinds and other related products and services.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 12 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period.

Lot 3 - Supply and Installation of Theatre and Drama Room Equipment

This lot is for the supply and installation of theatre and drama room equipment and other related products and services.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 12 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period.

Lot 4 - Supply and Installation of Security Shutters and Grilles

This lot is for the supply and/or installation of security shutters and grilles and other related products and services

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 12 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-045802
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030394-2024
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

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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

39515000 - Curtains, drapes, valances and textile blinds

39515100 - Curtains

39515110 - Smoke curtains

39515200 - Drapes

39515300 - Valances

39515400 - Blinds

39515410 - Interior blinds

39515420 - Textile blinds

39515430 - Venetian blinds

39515440 - Vertical blinds

44115310 - Roller-type shutters

44115810 - Curtain rails and hangings

44115811 - Curtain rails

44221400 - Shutters

45212322 - Theatre construction work

45421142 - Installation of shutters

45421143 - Installation work of blinds

45421145 - Installation work of roller blinds

45421147 - Installation of grilles

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
10 Jun 2024Expired
Award Date
28 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2027 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
7
Supplier Names

Bridge Contract Solutions Limited

Custom Group Limited

Custom Group Ltd

Sir Jacob Behrens & Sons Ltd

Skopos Fabrics Limited

Volvina Ltd

Wattrus Group Limited

Further Information

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