Award

Supply and Distribution of Stationery & ICT Consumables

CUMBERLAND COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

13 Dec 2024 at 10:27

Tender

16 Aug 2024 at 14:08

Summary of the contracting process

Cumberland Council has concluded a procurement process for the supply and distribution of stationery and ICT consumables, with an award issued to Banner Group Ltd. This contract, valued at £396,000, is designed to cover the distribution needs across various Cumberland Council departments located throughout Cumbria. The procurement, classified under CPV code 30192000 (Office supplies), followed an open procedure and was part of the open tendering process, with the final award taking place on 25th November 2024. The contract covers an initial term of three years with a potential extension of one additional year.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in office supplies and related goods. Companies that can provide diverse ranges of high-quality office stationery, branded and compatible ICT consumables, and other office materials, stand to benefit significantly. The opportunity is particularly suited for businesses capable of ensuring timely deliveries across multiple locations within Cumbria. Moreover, firms prioritising social value and competitive pricing aspects are likely to excel in such procurements, presenting opportunities for both large-scale suppliers and SMEs keen on establishing a supply chain relationship with local government authorities such as Cumberland Council.

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Notice Title

Supply and Distribution of Stationery & ICT Consumables

Notice Description

This contract is for the supply and delivery of office supplies including Office Stationery, ICT consumables (branded and compatible), Paper and Postage Stamps to Cumberland Council Departments throughout Cumbria. We currently have a number of delivery locations (see schedule 5) throughout Cumbria, mainly within the footprint of Cumberland Council these locations may be subject to change/reduction during the term of the contract. Historic Volumes for current key lines are detailed in the Pricing Schedule (Schedule 3) these are for information and evaluation purposes only.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract is for the supply and delivery of office supplies including Office Stationery, ICT consumables (branded and compatible), Paper and Postage Stamps to Cumberland Council Departments throughout Cumbria. We currently have a number of delivery locations (see schedule 5) throughout Cumbria, mainly within the footprint of Cumberland Council these locations may be subject to change/reduction during the term of the contract. Historic Volumes for current key lines are detailed in the Pricing Schedule (Schedule 3) these are for information and evaluation purposes only.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-048bb3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040208-2024
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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

30192000 - Office supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£396,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£396,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£396,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CUMBERLAND COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mrs Michelle James
Contact Email
michelle.james@cumberland.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1228221743

Buyer Location

Locality
CARLISLE
Postcode
CA1 1RD
Post Town
Carlisle
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
TLD1 Cumbria

Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BANNER GROUP

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