Tender

Examination Packaging

SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) is overseeing the procurement process for "Examination Packaging," classified under the CPV code 18933000, which pertains to mail or parcel bags. This tender involves the procurement of packaging for SQA question papers and scripts. The procurement is open for electronic submissions, and the deadline has been recently extended to 17:00 on 10th January 2025, allowing suppliers additional time due to the Christmas break. Located in Midlothian, Scotland, the SQA's procurement involves a contract that is active and open, under the Open procedure, with a contract starting date of 8th January 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the packaging and logistics sectors, particularly those with capabilities in secure delivery and quality control. Companies that excel in manufacturing processes, stock management, delivery reliability, and possess strong account management and sustainability practices are well-suited for this contract. The total estimated value of the contract is £200,000, with a duration of 1,080 days and a potential renewal for an additional 12 months. The contract includes characteristics such as electronic ordering and payment, enhancing efficiency for modern businesses. Therefore, firms dedicated to innovation, quality assurance, and sustainability will find this tender particularly advantageous for business growth.

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Notice Title

Examination Packaging

Notice Description

Packaging for SQA question papers and scripts.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04b762
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000482-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories


CPV Codes

18933000 - Mail or parcel bags

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
November 2028

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@sqa.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 03452136720

Buyer Location

Locality
MIDLOTHIAN
Postcode
EH22 1FD
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Midlothian
Electoral Ward
Dalkeith
Westminster Constituency
Midlothian

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