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title: "ESPO 229_24 Lot 1"
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# ESPO 229_24 Lot 1

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-16b0af14-febc-4be5-99b4-ac935b64fc88

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence, based in Glasgow, Scotland, initiated a public procurement process titled "ESPO 229_24 Lot 1" under the industry category of goods, specifically curtains. This procurement utilized a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The initial tender period concluded on 27th October 2025, with the contract period spanning from 27th October 2025 to 30th September 2027. The procurement process reached the award stage on 13th November 2025, with the award having been granted to Sir Jacob Behrens & Sons Limited. This procurement is particularly suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), serving various locations including the British Oversea Territories and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in manufacturing or supplying curtains, especially SMEs looking to expand their client base by partnering with a significant government entity like the Ministry of Defence. Companies equipped to handle large-scale, international supply within the framework agreement specifications will find this contract beneficial for growth. However, due to its selective nature, businesses must ensure compliance with the procurement requirements to compete effectively. Sir Jacob Behrens & Sons Limited, as the current supplier, exemplifies the type of enterprise fit for such opportunities.

## Notice

Transparency only

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8eb2e256-bc4b-4250-953a-754db885a45b |
| 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 | 13 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 27 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 8EX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SIR JACOB BEHRENS & SONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39515100 - Curtains

## Release History

- 13 Nov 2025 at 17:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8eb2e256-bc4b-4250-953a-754db885a45b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8eb2e256-bc4b-4250-953a-754db885a45b
  13th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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