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Tender

03 Jul 2026 at 14:09

Summary of the contracting process

Pembrokeshire College is initiating a tender process to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement for the supply of engineering workshop consumables, tools, equipment, and PPE, supporting the College's Engineering curriculum. Located in Pembrokeshire, United Kingdom, this is an open procurement process divided into five Lots, each addressing different categories like welding and engineering consumables, hand tools and accessories, air plumbing, sundries, and PPE. The current stage of the process is 'Tender', with important submission details requiring proposals by noon on 24th July 2026, submitted via Sell2Wales. The tender period ends on 3rd August 2026, and awards are expected to be concluded by 10th August 2026. The framework agreement period starts in August 2026 for two years, with potential extensions of up to further two years.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs capable of supplying consumables and equipment in the engineering domain. Companies specialising in construction materials, workwear, safety equipment, and workshop consumables could benefit from participating in this framework, particularly as it allows for flexible purchasing options through methods like mini-competitions and direct awards. The value of the framework is substantial, with a gross amount of up to £240,000. Winning a place on this framework could prove immensely beneficial for businesses seeking to expand in the public sector market, providing ongoing opportunities for supply and contribution to Pembrokeshire College's crucial educational offerings.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PC2526/008 Engineering Consumables Framework

Notice Description

Pembrokeshire College (hereinafter referred to as the College, or PC), seeks to establish a multi-supplier framework agreement for the supply of engineering workshop consumables, tools, equipment and PPE to support the College's Engineering curriculum. The framework is divided into five Lots to provide a flexible and cost-effective route for purchasing workshop supplies.

Lot Information

Welding and Engineering Consumables

This Lot covers the supply of welding tools, welding consumables, torches, regulators, hoses, electrodes, filler wires, welding accessories, plasma consumables, welding cables, and associated engineering consumables.

Renewal: Option to extend by up to 2x further 12-month periods

Hand Tools and Power Tool Accessories

This Lot covers the supply of hand tools, measuring and marking equipment, cutting tools, drill bits, taps and dies, saw blades, broach cutters, grinding wheels, and general power tool accessories used within engineering workshop environments.

Renewal: Option to extend by up to 2x further 12-month periods

Air Plumbing and Gas Equipment

This Lot covers the supply of plumbing fittings and accessories, BSP and NPT fittings, air compressors, filter regulators, airline tools, oxy-acetylene and propane regulators, and associated workshop equipment.

Renewal: Option to extend by up to 2x further 12-month periods

Workshop Sundries, Fasteners and General Consumables

This Lot covers the supply of abrasives, grinding products, fasteners (including nuts, bolts, washers, and set screws), markers, brushes, tapes, engineering sundries, and other general workshop consumables.

Renewal: Option to extend by up to 2x further 12-month periods

PPE and Safety Equipment

This Lot covers the supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment, including welding gloves, safety glasses, goggles, respirators, ear defenders, coveralls, safety footwear, helmets, and grinding visors.

Renewal: Option to extend by up to 2x further 12-month periods

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c39e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062883-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

18100000 - Occupational clothing, special workwear and accessories

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Aug 2026 - 17 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PEMBROKESHIRE COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
PEMBROKESHIRE
Postcode
SA61 1SZ
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL42 South West Wales
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Pembrokeshire
Electoral Ward
Haverfordwest: Priory
Westminster Constituency
Mid and South Pembrokeshire

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