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26 Feb 2025 at 15:04

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02 Sep 2024 at 14:13

Summary of the contracting process

ESPO, a central purchasing body, has completed the contracting stage for the tender titled "96_25 Tools and Ironmongery," targeting the goods category. This framework agreement, encompassing various lots such as hand tools, garden tools, power tools, and ironmongery, is instrumental for public bodies across all UK administrative regions. The contracts, signed on 16th January 2025, include suppliers like T.W. Engineering Company Limited and Insight International Corporation Limited, among others. The key procurement process used was an open procedure, with eAuction processes potentially applied for future call-off contracts. The relevant industry classification is "Tools, locks, keys, hinges, fasteners, chain and springs" under CPV code 44500000. The framework agreement has provisions for extending the terms for up to 22 additional months.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs involved in manufacturing or supplying tools and ironmongery. The framework's scalable structure and open procedure present a level playing field for diverse suppliers, encouraging competition and potential market expansion. Suppliers can benefit from steady demand and extensive reach across UK public bodies, including local authorities, educational establishments, and emergency services. Businesses with capabilities in stock supplies and direct deliveries to customer establishments will find this framework particularly advantageous. The inclusion of an additional framework agreement with ESPO Trading Limited also opens doors for engaging with third-sector clients under commercial terms.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

96_25 Tools and Ironmongery

Notice Description

Multiple supplier framework for supply of tools and ironmongery.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Hand Tools

Supply of hand tools for stock into the ESPO distribution centre and for direct delivery to ESPO customer establishments.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 22 months. The total estimated values stated include the option period.

Lot 2 - Garden Tools

Supply of garden tools for stock into the ESPO distribution centre and for direct delivery to ESPO customer establishments.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 22 months. The total estimated values stated include the option period.

Lot 3 - Power Tools

Supply of power tools for stock into the ESPO distribution centre and for direct delivery to ESPO customer establishments.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 22 months. The total estimated values stated include the option period.

Lot 4 - Ironmongery

Supply of ironmongery for stock into the ESPO distribution centre and for direct delivery to ESPO customer establishments.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 22 months. The total estimated values stated include the option period.

Lot 5 - National Framework

National framework for supply of tools and ironmongery products.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 22 months. The total estimated values stated include the option period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04973e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007314-2025
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

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


CPV Codes

43800000 - Workshop equipment

44500000 - Tools, locks, keys, hinges, fasteners, chain and springs

44510000 - Tools

44520000 - Locks, keys and hinges

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,400,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£3,400,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 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
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
3
Supplier Names

INSIGHT INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION LIMITED (t/a Insight Security)

SOUTHERN POWER TOOLS AND ABRASIVES LIMITED

T.W. ENGINEERING COMPANY LIMITED

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