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The Supply and Installation of Furniture at Barrow Campus

THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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30 Jun 2025 at 15:50

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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30 Jun 2025 at 15:42

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the project titled "The Supply and Installation of Furniture at Barrow Campus" was initiated by The University of Cumbria, a public authority in sub-central government. The procurement pertains to the goods industry category, specifically school furniture, and is related to the Barrow Campus in Cumbria, United Kingdom. As of 30th June 2025, the procurement stage has been completed, with the contract awarded to Gresham Office Furniture Limited. This direct award was based on their ranking as the top supplier within the NWUPC Framework for Furniture Ref No FFE3158NW and their commitment to eco-friendly manufacturing. The contract period spans from 15th August to 25th August 2025.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in sustainable and eco-friendly furniture supply. Companies that specialise in quality and sustainability-focused products are well-suited to compete in similar tenders. With a gross contract value exceeding £266,000, this engagement not only supports the University's infrastructure development but also allows the successful supplier to demonstrate compliance with high standards of environmental and economic efficiency.'

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Supply and Installation of Furniture at Barrow Campus

Notice Description

The University of Cumbria are seeking a supplier to supply and install furniture at Barrow Campus.

Procurement Information

Quotations were requested from other suppliers on the framework. The quality and sustainability practices, along with cost was considered for the Barrow Campus. Due to their eco-friendly design and manufacturing processes, lifecycle costs will be reduced. Direct Award Call Off Contract to Gresham Office Furniture Ltd who are the No 1 Ranked Supplier on the NWUPC Framework for Furniture Ref No FFE3158NW

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055620
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036198-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

39160000 - School furniture

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£222,016 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£222,016 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jun 20251 years ago
Contract Period
15 Aug 2025 - 25 Aug 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CUMBRIA
Postcode
CA1 2HH
Postcode Area
Carlisle
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD1 Cumbria
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD13 Cumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cumberland
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Carlisle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRESHAM OFFICE FURNITURE LIMITED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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