This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

12 May 2025 at 17:34

TenderUpdate

24 Jan 2025 at 11:31

Tender

20 Dec 2024 at 17:15

Planning

18 Sep 2024 at 13:32

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by the Education Authority of Northern Ireland involves a framework agreement for the supply and application of Thermoplastic Playground and Line Markings, targeting educational institutions across Northern Ireland. This contract, termed FMM-24-003, encompasses three geographical lots: South West, North, and East Localities. The procurement, classified under the road markings category (CPV code 34922100), was conducted through an open procedure, and commenced with a planning stage on 18th September 2024, eventually moving through tender, updates, and award stages until May 2025. The key dates called for tender submissions by 27th January 2025, with the contract awards being finalised in April 2025. The entire framework is set for a duration of four years and includes notable educational and associated bodies as stakeholders.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in road markings and playground equipment. The open procurement method allows a wide range of suppliers, focusing primarily on those who can offer competitive pricing. It encourages participation from SMEs, as reflected in the diverse supplier pool of PODIUM 4 SPORT LTD, LARS PLAY LTD, and others. Businesses with expertise in landscaping for playgrounds and sporting services will find this market viable for growth. Given the flexible participation rule, suppliers can bid for one or multiple lots, thereby broadening the scope for business expansion and fostering increased competition within Northern Irish regions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

FMM-24-003 - Thermoplastic Playground and Line Markings

Notice Description

FMM-24-003 - Thermoplastic Playground and Line Markings

Lot Information

Lot 1 - South West

FMM-24-003 - Thermoplastic Playground and Line Markings. Additional information: The value shown in V.2.4 is the highest value estimated for this Lot: PS0.00 to PS203,000 exc. VAT / PS243,600 inc. VAT. Tenderers may bid for one or more lots. This value has been calculated on the basis of a four-year framework with no option to extend and the upper range includes contingency for higher demand during the Framework Period, for all Clients. There is no commitment as to the usage volume or value of orders required under this Framework.

Lot 2 - North

FMM-24-003 - Thermoplastic Playground and Line Markings. Additional information: The value shown in V.2.4 is the highest value estimated for this Lot: PS0.00 to PS203,000 exc. VAT / PS243,600 inc. VAT. Tenderers may bid for one or more lots. This value has been calculated on the basis of a four-year framework with no option to extend and the upper range includes contingency for higher demand during the Framework Period, for all Clients. There is no commitment as to the usage volume or value of orders required under this Framework.

Lot 3 - East

FMM-24-003 - Thermoplastic Playground and Line Markings. Additional information: The value shown in V.2.4 is the highest value estimated for this Lot: PS0.00 to PS203,000 exc. VAT / PS243,600 inc. VAT. Tenderers may bid for one or more lots. This value has been calculated on the basis of a four-year framework with no option to extend and the upper range includes contingency for higher demand during the Framework Period, for all Clients. There is no commitment as to the usage volume or value of orders required under this Framework.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-049bdc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020649-2025
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

34922100 - Road markings

34922110 - Glass beads for road marking

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

45212213 - Sport markings works

92600000 - Sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£610,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£609,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£203,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 2024Expired
Award Date
14 Apr 20251 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
the Education Authority
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT1 2NQ
Postcode Area
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Duncairn
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

ALLPLAY IRELAND LIMITED

LARS PLAY LTD

PODIUM 4 SPORT LTD

ROAD SAFETY CONTRACTS LTD

SHANNON ROADMARKINGS LTD

Sperrin Paints Ltd

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