Planning

PRELIMINARY MARKET ENGAGEMENT - PROVISION OF STATIONERY

WYTHENSHAWE COMMUNITY HOUSING GROUP (WCHG)

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02 Jun 2026 at 12:07

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG) in Manchester is in the planning stage of a tender process for the provision of office stationery. This procurement seeks a supplier to offer a comprehensive range of stationery products at competitive rates, with an emphasis on sustainability and ethical labour practices. The contracting authority, a public authority under sub-central government, is particularly focused on suppliers who can provide products made from recycled or biodegradable materials. A preliminary market engagement notice was published on 2 June 2026, with an engagement milestone due on 16 June 2026. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically related to office supplies (CPV: 30192000), and covers a contract period from 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2028, with potential renewal extending to 2030.

This tender offers a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in sustainable and ethical stationery supply, targeting small to medium-sized enterprises that can demonstrate cost-effectiveness and a commitment to sustainable operations. Suppliers with a strong focus on environmentally friendly products and ethical supply chains are well-suited to compete for this contract, valued at an estimated £80,000. Such enterprises may not only benefit monetarily but also enhance their market reputation by partnering with a reputable community housing group committed to sustainability goals.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PRELIMINARY MARKET ENGAGEMENT - PROVISION OF STATIONERY

Notice Description

Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG) is seeking to appoint a stationery supplier to provide a comprehensive range of office stationery products at competitive rates. WCHG is committed to advancing sustainability across its operations and is actively seeking to minimise waste and energy consumption. Suppliers are therefore encouraged to propose sustainable options for the products we are looking to purchase. These may include, but are not limited to, products manufactured from recycled or FSC-certified materials, plastic free items or those made from renewable or biodegradable materials such as bamboo or wood, refillable or reusable product options. We would like to ensure potential suppliers can evidence value for money and outline how their supply chains support ethical labour practices. WCHG would also be keen for suppliers to evidence their commitment to sustainability within their own operations, including reducing waste and plastic packaging, the use of carbon-conscious logistics and delivery methods. If interested in this opportunity please register via the CHEST https://www.the-chest.org.uk/

Planning Information

Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG) is seeking to appoint a stationery supplier to provide a comprehensive range of office stationery products at competitive rates. WCHG is committed to advancing sustainability across its operations and is actively seeking to minimise waste and energy consumption. Suppliers are therefore encouraged to propose sustainable options for the products we are looking to purchase. These may include, but are not limited to, products manufactured from recycled or FSC-certified materials, plastic free items or those made from renewable or biodegradable materials such as bamboo or wood, refillable or reusable product options. We would like to ensure potential suppliers can evidence value for money and outline how their supply chains support ethical labour practices. WCHG would also be keen for suppliers to evidence their commitment to sustainability within their own operations, including reducing waste and plastic packaging, the use of carbon-conscious logistics and delivery methods.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ab6f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051872-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

30192000 - Office supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£66,666 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 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
WYTHENSHAWE COMMUNITY HOUSING GROUP (WCHG)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M22 9TA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Sharston
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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