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24 Jul 2026 at 13:25

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by South Tyneside Borough Council for "General Office Supplies" has reached the award and contract stage. This contract, classified under goods procurement, specifically focuses on office stationery and consumables. Operating out of South Shields, the Council selected LYRECO UK LIMITED as the supplier through a selective procurement method under the NEPO502 framework. The procurement was conducted below threshold, meaning it did not require a full competitive process. The contract was signed on 7th July 2026, with a start date set for 1st September 2026, concluding on 30th April 2030. This procurement fits in the public authority - sub-central government category and services the UKC22 region in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in office supplies and related product categories, particularly those capable of fulfilling large-scale contracts. The procurement method highlights an opportunity for companies experienced with direct awards under established frameworks. While LYRECO UK LIMITED has been appointed under this contract, businesses with similar capabilities, especially those offering competitive goods and cost efficiency, could benefit from monitoring and engaging in similar procurement exercises hosted by public authorities. Such contracts provide a stable business line over several years, potentially enhancing market positioning and reputation within the public sector procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

General Office Supplies

Notice Description

Lot 1 Primary Supplier - General Office Supplies Office stationery and consumables including, but not limited to, stationery, writing books, pens, folders and office first aid supplies. Direct Award via the NEPO502

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d35e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070342-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - award under framework
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

30190000 - Various office equipment and supplies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 30 Apr 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTH SHIELDS
Postcode
NE33 2RL
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Beacon and Bents
Westminster Constituency
South Shields

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LYRECO

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