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Engineering consumables, tooling and fasteners

FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

15 Jun 2026 at 17:38

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
TenderUpdate

28 Oct 2025 at 15:17

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

03 Sep 2025 at 16:29

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

02 Jun 2025 at 17:47

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Engineering consumables, tooling and fasteners", managed by FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED, pertains to the supply of engineering consumable items, fasteners, and tools. These items are coordinated through vendor-managed inventory systems within GWR engineering depots across the United Kingdom, specifically in the South West region (UKK14). The contract was awarded on 15th June 2026 to CROMWELL TOOLS LIMITED after a competitive flexible procedure. The procurement method used was selective, indicating a competitive yet restricted tendering where only a certain number of suppliers were considered during the two-stage procedure involving a Procurement Specific Questionnaire and an Invitation to Tender. The total contract value amounted to £6,000,000, spanning a three-year period from 1st July 2026, with potential extensions possible until 30th June 2031, contingent upon satisfactory performance and service delivery.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for large-scale suppliers in the engineering goods industry, particularly those specialising in consumables and tooling inventory management. Suppliers capable of offering innovative storage solutions and efficient supply chain management through online catalogues and vending systems are well-suited for such tenders. Additionally, companies that uphold high quality and technical standards, coupled with competitive pricing strategies, can leverage this opportunity for business growth. The structured collaboration and long-term potential of the contract further incentivise businesses to maintain high performance and develop strong partnerships with contracting authorities like FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED. The terms for payment are 30 days for SMEs and 60 days for larger suppliers, which may affect cash flow planning for potential bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Engineering consumables, tooling and fasteners

Notice Description

Provision of engineering consumable items through vendor managed inventory, with fasteners provided through bin systems at depots and online catalogue for ordering of tools

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: If performance of contract is maintained, and a collaborative relationship developed

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052b16
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056361-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

44510000 - Tools

44530000 - Fasteners

44800000 - Paints, varnishes and mastics

44830000 - Mastics, fillers, putty and solvents

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
15 Jun 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FIRST GREATER WESTERN LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN1 1HL
Postcode Area
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Swindon South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CROMWELL TOOLS LIMITED

Further Information

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