Planning

PRELIMINARY MARKET ENGAGEMENT - PROVISION OF STATIONERY

WYTHENSHAWE COMMUNITY HOUSING GROUP (WCHG)

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Planning

10 Jun 2026 at 11:15

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG), a sub-central government public authority in Manchester, is in the planning stage of appointing a supplier for the provision of office stationery. This procurement process, under the initiation type "tender," aims to secure a comprehensive range of stationery products, emphasizing sustainability and competitive pricing. The contract is scheduled to have a start date of 1 August 2026 and an end date of 31 July 2028, with a possible extension until 31 July 2030. Interested suppliers should note the key date of 23 June 2026 for the submission of market engagement plans. The contract's focus is on goods in the office supplies category, with an estimated gross value of approximately £80,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses supplying office stationery, especially those with a commitment to sustainable practices. Companies that can provide recycled, plastic-free, renewable, or biodegradable products will have an advantage. The tender is ideal for businesses capable of demonstrating value for money and ethical labour practices within their supply chains. Additionally, the procurement process requires offering evidence of sustainability in operations, making it suitable for businesses that have invested in green logistics, including carbon-conscious delivery methods. This focus on sustainability and value suggests potential growth for businesses aligned with these priorities.

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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-06b1b4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054692-2026
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
10 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 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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