Tender

01 CB Testing 1297 - The Supply of Glue Sticks

YORKSHIRE PURCHASING ORGANISATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation focuses on a tender for the supply of glue sticks, titled "01 CB Testing 1297 - The Supply of Glue Sticks." The buying organisation, located in Wakefield, UK, is a public authority in the sub-central government category. The tender, described under the industry categories of stationery and glues, is structured into two lots: glue sticks and glue stick accessories. With a gross value of £12,500,000, the procurement is conducted via an open procedure, with submissions allowed electronically in English. Key dates include an enquiry period ending on 25th June 2026, with submissions closing on 15th July 2026, and the award period concluding on 27th August 2026. The contract is expected to run from 1st September 2026 to 31st July 2030.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses engaged in the production and supply of stationery and adhesives to collaborate with a significant public sector buyer. The Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation's tender offers a substantial potential value for businesses, particularly those with experience in supplying educational supplies, as both YPO-branded and non-YPO-branded glue sticks are required. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, and the clear delineation of criteria, split equally between price and quality, ensures that businesses delivering high-value propositions will be favoured. This framework agreement includes provisions for reopening competition, indicating potential future opportunities to engage further, making it an ideal prospect for businesses aiming to expand their operations and strengthen their position in the public procurement market.

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Notice Title

01 CB Testing 1297 - The Supply of Glue Sticks

Notice Description

Educational glue sticks, including both YPO branded and non-YPO branded. 100% supplies, all delivered as stock to the YPO warehouses.

Lot Information

Lot 1 Glue Sticks

Lot 1 Glue Sticks Notice tests 05052026 CB - checking Tender Notice and Contract award notice

Lot 2 Glue stick accessories

Lot 2 Glue stick accessories across all requirements

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069141
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042503-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

24910000 - Glues

30192700 - Stationery

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jul 20263 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
YORKSHIRE PURCHASING ORGANISATION
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
TLC North East (England), TLC1 Tees Valley and Durham

Local Authority
Wakefield
Electoral Ward
Wrenthorpe and Outwood West
Westminster Constituency
Wakefield and Rothwell

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