Award

Supply of Toiletries

CALEDONIAN SLEEPER LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Caledonian Sleeper Limited, a central purchasing body based in Inverness, seeks a premium range of toiletries produced in Scotland for use in their overnight rail service between Scotland and London and their Guest Lounges. The tender, titled "Supply of Toiletries," falls under the industry category of goods and follows a selective procurement method, specifically a negotiated procedure with prior call for competition. Key dates include the tender period ending on 29th November 2024, and the contract subsequently being awarded to Arran Aromatics Ltd on 29th April 2025. The procurement stage has progressed from Tender to Award, and the contract is currently active.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses producing premium toiletries in Scotland to engage with a nationally recognised rail service, enhancing their market presence and offering continued supply prospects. Ideal contenders are businesses capable of providing high-quality products meeting the specified criteria, including scent and price considerations, as these factors are central to the award criteria. SMEs based in Scotland, like Arran Aromatics Ltd, which secured the contract, are well-positioned to leverage this opportunity for growth, given the buyer's emphasis on local production and quality. The contract's structured and competitive nature encourages innovative offerings aligned with Caledonian Sleeper Limited's premium service standards.

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Notice Title

Supply of Toiletries

Notice Description

Caledonian Sleeper Ltd (CSL) provides a premium overnight rail service between Scotland and London. In keeping with the level of service we provide, we are looking for a premium range of toiletries that are produced in Scotland for use on our trains and in our Guest Lounges.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Caledonian Sleeper Ltd (CSL) provides a premium overnight rail service between Scotland and London. In keeping with the level of service we provide, we are looking for a premium range of toiletries that are produced in Scotland for use on our trains and in our Guest Lounges.. Products must be produced in Scotland

Renewal: 1 x 12 month extension

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000781768
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY529385
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F6 - Contract Award Notice (Utilities)
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33711000 - Perfumes and toiletries

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CALEDONIAN SLEEPER LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@caledoniansleeper.scot
Contact Phone
+44 3300600500

Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV1 1PP
Post Town
Inverness
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness Central
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARRAN AROMATICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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