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title: "001176 - The Supply of Pens and other writing Implements"
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buyer: "YPO"
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# 001176 - The Supply of Pens and other writing Implements

Buyer: YPO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-32923406-4c02-46d0-ba03-260aa188dab8

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## Summary

The procuring entity, YPO, has recently completed an award process for the supply of premium pens under a framework agreement. This procurement opportunity falls under the office supplies category and has a contract value of £7.5 million. The tender, titled "001176 - The Supply of Pens and other Writing Implements," was conducted through an open procedure, with a tender period ending on 28th April 2023. The contract period spans from 1st July 2023 to 30th June 2027. The successful suppliers include both large and small to medium-sized enterprises.

This procurement process by YPO presents a significant business growth opportunity for companies interested in supplying premium pens within the education market. Small to medium-sized enterprises specializing in office supplies, particularly premium pens, are well-suited to compete for this framework agreement. The geographical coverage for delivery includes various regions such as the UK, European countries, and British Overseas Territories, offering a broad scope for potential suppliers to participate and expand their market presence.

## Notice

YPO are looking for Providers to be appointed onto a Framework Agreement for the supply of Premium Pens for use primarily in the education market. This Framework is designed to meet the needs of YPO by establishing an agreement for Providers to deliver stock into YPO's distribution centre in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Additional information: http://procontract.due-north.com

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d7ab065-b305-4952-aab6-715ce20c3106 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jun 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Apr 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 May 2023 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2023 - 30 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £7,500,000 |
| 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 | YPO |
| Locality | WAKEFIELD |
| Post town | Wakefield |
| Postcode | WF2 0XE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE45 Wakefield |
| Local authority | Wakefield |
| Electoral ward | Wrenthorpe and Outwood West |
| Westminster constituency | Wakefield and Rothwell |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 10 |
| Supplier names | BIC; EASTPOINT GLOBAL; EDDING; MITSUBISHI PENCIL; NEWELL RUBBERMAID; PENTEL STATIONERY; STABILO INTERNATIONAL; STAEDTLER; THE PILOT PEN CO (UK; ZEBRA PEN (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 30192000 - Office supplies

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2023 at 18:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d7ab065-b305-4952-aab6-715ce20c3106
- 20 Mar 2023 at 15:48 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a613396-9ba4-49a3-ac42-152dac86a032

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d7ab065-b305-4952-aab6-715ce20c3106
  15th June 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0a613396-9ba4-49a3-ac42-152dac86a032
  20th March 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.ypo.co.uk/about/customers/permissible-users
  YPO Permissible Users

## Notice URLs

- http://procontract.due-north.com
- http://www.ypo.co.uk/

## Provenance

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