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title: "Invitation to Mini Competition for the Supply of Electronic Office Supplies under Crescents Purchasing Consortium Framework CPC/MK/02/2017."
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# Invitation to Mini Competition for the Supply of Electronic Office Supplies under Crescents Purchasing Consortium Framework CPC/MK/02/2017.

Buyer: BLACKBURN COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-15f8af6c-c618-4e43-9090-74c9433c6736

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Blackburn College, which is seeking electronic office supplies through a mini competition under the Crescents Purchasing Consortium Framework (CPC/MK/02/2017). The tender, titled "Invitation to Mini Competition for the Supply of Electronic Office Supplies," is classified under the CPV code for office and computing machinery, with a contract value of £34,147.86. The procurement process reached the award stage on 16th May 2018, with the contract set to commence on 21st May 2018 and run for two years, allowing for a potential extension of an additional 12 months. The procurement method used for this tender is selective, calling off from a framework agreement, and the delivery location is Blackburn, England.

This tender presents a prime opportunity for businesses specialising in office supplies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide competitive pricing and efficient delivery. Suppliers offering products related to office equipment, consumables, and related services would be well-suited to compete for this contract, tapping into the growing needs of educational institutions like Blackburn College. Companies looking to expand their market presence in the public sector should consider engaging in similar procurement processes, leveraging the support of frameworks to maximise their chances of success.

## Notice

Mini Competition for the supply of electronic office supplies under Crescents Purchasing Consortium Framework CPC/MK/02/2017 to Blackburn College. For 2 years with the possible extension for a further 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/987fd64b-1464-477f-b7c5-d3c1f1187a92 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 20 May 2018 - 20 May 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £34,147 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £34,147 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BLACKBURN COLLEGE |
| Locality | BLACKBURN |
| Post town | Blackburn |
| Postcode | BB2 1LH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen |
| Local authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Electoral ward | Blackburn Central |
| Westminster constituency | Blackburn |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SPECTRUM COMPUTER SUPPLIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

## Release History

- 21 May 2018 at 15:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/987fd64b-1464-477f-b7c5-d3c1f1187a92

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/987fd64b-1464-477f-b7c5-d3c1f1187a92
  21st May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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