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Framework for the Provision of Furniture

University of Exeter

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

01 May 2026 at 13:16

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

24 Feb 2026 at 12:00

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

03 Jun 2025 at 14:46

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has successfully completed the procurement of a multi-lot framework for the "Provision of Furniture." This process, finalised by 1st May 2026, involved several suppliers across various categories including workplace, learning space, and residential furniture. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, with significant stages such as the tender period concluding on 25th March 2026 and contract awards following shortly by 7th April 2026. This initiative supports academic and residential needs, ensuring adaptability to future demands and potential institutional growth. The entire framework, estimated to accommodate a gross contract value of up to £24 million, will see commencement from 15th May 2026, extending up to 2031 with potential renewals.

This framework offers significant opportunities for growth to businesses within the furniture supply industry, particularly those with capabilities in ergonomic accessories, lecture theatre seating, and laboratory furniture. The open procedure allows for a wide range of suppliers, including SMEs, to engage with the University’s needs, thereby fostering competitive innovation and service quality. Specifically, suppliers like Wagstaff Interiors Group and FMS Interior Services Ltd, which have been awarded multiple lots, exemplify the business potential for dedicated providers within this sector. The framework's structure encourages businesses capable of handling large-scale contracts to explore collaborations and expansions, particularly benefiting enterprises willing to adapt to variable demand and contributing to enhanced educational environments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for the Provision of Furniture

Notice Description

The University of Exeter has established a multi-lot furniture framework to support the supply and installation of ongoing development, refurbishment, and operational needs of its academic, residential, and professional services estate. Call-off contracts will be awarded by Direct award (ranked method). Direct awards will be made based on ranked position. This means that the supplier ranked first will be offered the opportunity first. Framework users reserve the right to award to the next ranked supplier where there is a valid business justification for doing so. The award outcome and ranking is as follows: Lot 1- Workplace & Learning Space Furniture Wagstaff Interiors Group 1st BOF Group Limited 2nd Lot 2- Healthy Working Ergonomic & DSE Compliant Accessories Wagstaff Interiors Group 1st Back Care Solutions Ltd 2nd Lot 3- Fixed Lecture Theatre & Raked Seating Race Furniture Ltd 1st Auditoria Services Ltd 2nd Lot 4a- Residential Furniture FMS Interior Services Ltd 1st Bedcare Ltd 2nd Lot 4b- Beds and Mattresses FMS Interior Services Ltd 1st Bishops Beds Ltd 2nd Lot 5a Laboratory and Work Benches Wagstaff Interiors Group 1st Lot 5b- Laboratory Chairs Wagstaff Interiors Group 1st Lot 5c- Cabinetry Wagstaff Interiors Group 1st Lot 5d- Chemical Cabinets Wagstaff Interiors Group 1st Contract Spend The estimated values are based on forecast demand. The contract value represents the maximum allowable spend over the full term (including extensions) and has been set higher to allow for demand fluctuations and future requirements. The maximum contract values, per Lot, have been uplifted (approximately 100% above estimated spend) to ensure sufficient headroom for unforeseen demand and institutional growth. The Authority is not committed to this maximum value.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0000

Renewal: The Contract may be extended beyond the Initial Term on a maximum of two occasions, for a period of up to 1 (one) year on each occasion.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=94591&B=

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052ba5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040492-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

39100000 - Furniture

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£14,500,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
17 Jun 2025Expired
Award Date
1 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
15 May 2026 - 15 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-04-19

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Exeter
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Postcode Area
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
8
Supplier Names

Auditoria Services Ltd.

BOF Group Limited

Back Care Solutions Ltd

Bedcare Ltd T/a Reinforced Beds

Bishops Beds Ltd

FMS Interior Services Ltd

Race furniture Ltd

Wagstaff Interiors Group

Further Information

Notice Documents

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