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title: "Retail Trade Framework - Lot 3 The Provision of Supplying Goods to DWP Work Tools and Equipment"
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# Retail Trade Framework - Lot 3 The Provision of Supplying Goods to DWP Work Tools and Equipment

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3560141a-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed a procurement process for a Retail Trade Framework aimed at supplying goods to DWP customers across England, Scotland, and Wales. This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically focusing on tools, bicycles, and data-processing machines. The total contract value was £450,000, with the procurement conducted through a selective method, enabling specific suppliers to be chosen based on established criteria. The contract period commenced on 1st December 2014 and concluded on 30th November 2018, while the tender period ended on 2nd September 2014.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of tools, bicycles, and electronic devices. Suppliers that can provide comprehensive geographical coverage and reliable service across the UK will likely find success. Businesses in the retail and distribution sectors, particularly those that already offer related products and services, are well-suited to compete for such government contracts, ensuring they meet the DWP's quality and logistical requirements.

## Notice

An average basket of goods for Lot 3 might include a tool box, hammers, power tools, ladders, paint brushes, buckets and cloths. . The Department for Work and Pensions sought suppliers who can give the widest geographical coverage as possible, covering England, Scotland and Wales.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc3ea69e-a681-46ba-8429-2ccb4349f721 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Dec 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2014 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Nov 2014 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2014 - 30 Nov 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £450,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £450,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | ARCO; ARGOS FOR BUSINESS; MATALAN RETAIL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 30210000 - Data-processing machines (hardware)
- 44500000 - Tools, locks, keys, hinges, fasteners, chain and springs

## Release History

- 22 Dec 2017 at 14:04 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc3ea69e-a681-46ba-8429-2ccb4349f721
- 8 Feb 2017 at 15:31 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc3ea69e-a681-46ba-8429-2ccb4349f721
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc3ea69e-a681-46ba-8429-2ccb4349f721

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc3ea69e-a681-46ba-8429-2ccb4349f721
  22nd December 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/14e2f94e-5630-4973-b714-02594e7433e7
  Resource Plan
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a1c7c015-c1e8-4775-8459-56309ff46ea2
  Award Information
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6bc20f07-a294-4054-b487-528af8c95779
  Tender Lot 5
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b3b0526c-d224-4ef5-90ac-8f80e068e143
  Bid Clarification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3fdcbc12-e618-45e6-9572-6153d3e91969
  Store Locations
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/863967b5-800e-4d2f-b214-4c29c3b2993a
  Tender Lot 3
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/13663f42-b7dd-4bd2-b9c8-111c55ebff4f
  Agreement
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e8656dfd-5a46-416e-9dd1-9ca3a771eada
  Financial Evaluation Methodology
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2e397cd4-9c34-4a7d-ba90-28b85a911ff3
  Post Tender Clarification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8f56bd0e-9133-463c-86b3-18f464e28333
  Declaration
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5995e9a3-31bc-4a14-b17c-2be81b392c66
  Instructions to Suppliers
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f352809a-c5c7-437c-80b4-443cfa87d8bb
  Specification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/687a1719-6846-4846-a9ba-984101674727
  Tender Lot 4
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/19af1c01-5fa4-4af5-be59-755b27c994f9
  Resource Plan
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5e6f4593-1d4c-4049-850a-c10db9efb11b
  Award Information
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/05f9fb0a-185a-447a-856e-ddcb539302ba
  Tender Lot 5
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/19fd3aef-a126-498b-b941-9cf6a8222962
  Bid Clarification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/58b869a1-cd1a-454b-b9e4-f1d073abc7c4
  Store Locations
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7d3f96c3-bec7-4d2b-8198-6790e7cfca77
  Tender Lot 3
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/47889631-a3f0-4495-9454-4ceee865c233
  Agreement
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/03f19fc1-523c-4f02-87ad-31f163d99dce
  Financial Evaluation Methodology
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f00417f3-a498-4df8-b49c-1ac75f63683f
  Post Tender Clarification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fca0c0ba-2554-4bf3-bb3c-638c77329be7
  Declaration
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fb7182f8-fb2b-493a-bb3f-ec3ce1465600
  Instructions to Suppliers
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/efb2402c-ad45-4f11-9a9e-5a019358ad4a
  Specification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/aa95927a-a2fc-4f8f-87e5-56adc6b020f4
  Tender Lot 4
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b5db8005-8aa3-4f82-aba8-33049d9a98b5
  Financial Evaluation Methodology
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c47d5856-bec0-45ea-a1eb-6f61d4b30959
  Instructions to Suppliers
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b1daf761-042b-40ca-8785-a468f3d45ee3
  Specification

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