This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

12 Apr 2025 at 23:00

Tender

26 Nov 2024 at 15:50

Summary of the contracting process

YPO has awarded multiple contracts under the Framework Agreement titled "YPO - 001257 Student Paint and Inks," targeted primarily towards the education market. This procurement process, which falls under the industry category of handicraft and art supplies (CPV 37800000), involves delivering various types of paints and inks to YPO's distribution centre located in Wakefield, West Yorkshire (region UKE45). The procurement stage is the "Award," with the contracts signed on 14th March 2025, following an open procurement method as detailed in the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, with a standstill period of at least 10 days to allow for any challenges before the contract commencement.

This tender opens substantial opportunities for businesses in the art supplies sector, especially for SMEs specialising in high-quality paints and inks. The designated suppliers—including La Francaise Des Couleurs, Daler-Rowney Limited, West Design Products Limited, Texet Sales Limited, Major Brushes Limited, and R Talens UK Ltd—reflect a preference for suppliers who can deliver excellent quality, timely customer service, and demonstrate social value and sustainability. Companies meeting these criteria can expect significant growth, gaining longer-term contracts and reinforcing their market position within educational supplies in the UK and potentially within similar frameworks in other regions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

YPO - 001257 Student Paint and Inks

Notice Description

YPO are looking for Providers to be appointed onto a Framework Agreement for the Supply of Student Paints and Inks for use primarily in the education market. This Framework is designed to meet the needs of YPO by establishing an agreement for providers to deliver stock into YPO's distribution centre in Wakefield, West Yorkshire.

Lot Information

YPO Ready Mixed Paint

This lot is for YPO Ready Mixed Paint to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

YPO Washable Ready Mixed Paint

This lot is for YPO Washable Ready Mixed Paint to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

YPO Acrylic Paint

This lot is for YPO Acrylic Paint to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

YPO Premium Acrylic Paint

This lot is for YPO Premium Acrylic Paint to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Powder Paint

This lot is for Powder Paint to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Paint Sticks

This lot is for Paint Sticks to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Paint Blocks

This lot is for Paint Blocks to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Watercolour Tins

This lot is for Watercolour Tins to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Drawing Inks

This lot is for Drawing Inks to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Block Printing Inks

This lot is for Block Printing Inks to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Oil Paints

This lot is for Oil Paints to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Fabric Paints

This lot is for Fabric Paints to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Mid Range Branded Acrylic Paint

This lot is for Mid Range Branded Acrylic Paint Mid Range Branded Acrylic Paint

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Premium Quality Branded Acrylic Paint

This lot is for Premium Quality Branded Acrylic Paint to be delivered to YPO distribution centre in Wakefield

Renewal: There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c034
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014791-2025
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

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories


CPV Codes

37800000 - Handicraft and art supplies

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Apr 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 4-5 years
Recurrence
There is a possibility that this framework will be subject to renewal after 3.5 years from the commencement date

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
YPO
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WAKEFIELD
Postcode
WF2 0XE
Postcode Area
Wakefield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE45 Wakefield
Delivery Location
TLE45 Wakefield

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wrenthorpe and Outwood West
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

Daler-Rowney Limited

La Francaise Des Couleurs

Major Brushes Limited

R Talens UK Ltd

Texet Sales Limited

West Design Products Limited

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