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Framework Agreement for the Supply of Early Years Toys, Curriculum and Special Needs Products

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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04 Dec 2025 at 11:38

Summary of the contracting process

Hampshire County Council is initiating a procurement process through an open tender for a Framework Agreement focused on the supply of Early Years Toys, Curriculum, and Special Needs Products. The buying organisation is Hampshire County Council, located in Winchester, United Kingdom. Currently in the tender stage, the process invites potential suppliers to participate with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 6th January 2026, submission deadline on 13th January 2026, and an award period concluding on 16th February 2026. The procurement is valued at £2,880,000 and falls under the goods category, specifically targeting the toys industry, with an open procedure ensuring a competitive environment. The agreement, which will commence on 1st March 2026, will be in place until February 2030.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that supply educational and special needs toys, as it involves establishing a framework agreement potentially capturing a wide market through Hampshire County Council and the Central Buying Consortium members. The successful supplier will benefit from streamlined direct ordering processes with long-term business potential. Suitable businesses include manufacturers and distributors of educational products and toys, particularly those capable of innovation and meeting diverse public sector demand. The framework is open for use by various educational and government entities, enhancing opportunities for expansion within the public sector market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Supply of Early Years Toys, Curriculum and Special Needs Products

Notice Description

Hampshire County Council wishes to establish a single supplier Framework for the Supply of An Online Catalogue for Early Years Toys, Curriculum and Special Needs Products. This Framework Agreement covers the supply of the Goods to customers of Hampshire County Council (County Supplies), and other members of the Central Buying Consortium. For more details regarding members, please refer to Paragraph 2.5 in the Invitation to Tender. After award of the Framework Agreement, the Contractors will be required to liaise directly with the Contracting Authority regarding any specific requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ee9f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079668-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

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


CPV Codes

37520000 - Toys

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,400,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 2025Today
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Katy Kelleher
Contact Email
katy.kelleher@hants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8UJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

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