Planning

Paper Hygiene and Associated Dispensers

YORKSHIRE PURCHASING ORGANISATION

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Planning

29 Apr 2026 at 12:47

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation (YPO) has initiated a tender process to re-establish a framework agreement for the supply of paper hygiene products to the UK public sector. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a market engagement set to conclude on 5th June 2026, as expressions of interest are sought from suppliers. The offerings needed include toilet tissue, hand towels, and associated dispensing units. The procurement falls under the 'Goods' category and aims to serve various public-sector entities across the UK, including schools and local authorities. The future notice date for further tender communications is expected on 1st October 2026.

This procurement offers growth opportunities for businesses that can supply a comprehensive range of established paper hygiene products, proprietary dispensing systems, and the potential development of YPO's own brand products. Suppliers with a strategic focus on sustainability and social value are encouraged to participate, as the initiative seeks to advance UK public-sector priorities such as carbon reduction and community impact. With YPO favouring a multi-lot framework, businesses specialising in specific product categories or delivery models stand well-positioned to compete. This tender is suitable for SMEs looking to expand their reach in the public-sector market, and who can meet the rigorous standards and certification requirements, including FSC/PEFC and ISO accreditations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Paper Hygiene and Associated Dispensers

Notice Description

the products to be included cover all aspects of paper hygiene and associated dispensers: - Toilet Tissue - Hand Towels - Couch Rolls - Facial Tissue - Kitchen Towel - Dispensing units for all the above mentioned

Planning Information

YPO is seeking expressions of interest from providers of paper hygiene products, including toilet roll, hand towels, dispensers, tissues and towel rolls (e.g., couch rolls), with a view to re‑establishing a comprehensive framework agreement for the supply of these items to the UK public sector, including schools, local authorities, and other public‑sector organisations. YPO is looking to engage with suppliers who can support a broad range of solutions, including: Established branded paper hygiene products Proprietary dispensing systems widely used across the public sector Development, manufacture and supply of YPO own‑brand (private label) products Flexible fulfilment models, including warehouse delivery, direct‑to‑site delivery, and hybrid approaches YPO anticipates a multi‑lot structure and does not require suppliers to deliver across all elements. Suppliers may express interest in one or more areas aligned to their capability and strategic focus. As part of the expression of interest, suppliers are invited to provide a brief summary covering: Company capability and product offering Market insight, including trends, supply chain considerations, innovation, sustainability developments, and pricing pressures Views on potential framework structure, including lotting, delivery models, and opportunities for efficiency Social value commitments, aligned to UK public‑sector priorities such as sustainability, carbon reduction, community impact, employment and skills Relevant certifications and standards, such as FSC/PEFC, ISO accreditations, environmental credentials, and product compliance Insurance levels, including public liability, product liability, and any other relevant cover Any additional information that may support YPO’s understanding of your organisation’s capability, capacity, and alignment to public‑sector needs Following receipt of expressions of interest, YPO will arrange informal Microsoft Teams engagement sessions to discuss capability, market insight, and potential framework structure in more detail. YPO reserves the right not to proceed to advertise or procure this requirement should it choose not to do so. Should YPO wish to proceed further, a formal procurement process will be undertaken in accordance with YPO’s Contract Procedure Rules and, where relevant, the Procurement Act 2023. Please note that all information is being sought without prejudice and without commitment. The deadline for expressions of interest is 5th June. Please submit your response via email to wfm@ypo.co.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068e03
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039209-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

33760000 - Toilet paper, handkerchiefs, hand towels and serviettes

33761000 - Toilet paper

33763000 - Paper hand towels

39514400 - Automatic towel dispensers

42968300 - Toilet-roll dispenser system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 20266 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Jan 2027 - 20 Jan 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
YORKSHIRE PURCHASING ORGANISATION
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
Post Town
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wrenthorpe and Outwood West
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

Further Information

Notice Documents

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