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title: "Photographic Equipment and Consumables (framework agreement for)"
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# Photographic Equipment and Consumables (framework agreement for)

Buyer: NORTH WESTERN UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-46f0e9f0-38a9-4b69-9f55-348d41cd89ac

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## Summary

The North Western Universities Purchasing Consortium Limited is initiating a tender for a framework agreement for Photographic Equipment and Consumables, with a total estimated value of £28 million. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on items such as DSLR cameras, lenses, and photographic services. The tender is currently active, with submissions due by 29th October 2019. This process is being conducted through an open procurement method, allowing a wide range of suppliers to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the photographic equipment sector, particularly SMEs that can offer a variety of photographic and ancillary goods. Companies specialising in cameras, lighting, and printing services would be well-suited to compete, as this framework agreement is intended to establish multiple providers. Engaging in this tender allows suppliers to potentially secure long-term contracts and strengthen their business within the higher education sector across the UK and beyond.

## Notice

The NWUPC is seeking to establish a multi-provider Framework Agreement on behalf of the members of APUC, NEUPC, SUPC, LUPC, HEPCW and CPC for Photographic Equipment & Consumables. Photographic Equipment and Consumables includes, but is not limited to, the following scope; DSLR Cameras, Compact System Cameras, Medium Format Cameras, Action Cameras, Camcorders, Lenses, Lighting, Specialist Printers, Tripods and Gimbals, Drones, Memory Cards, Film, Filters, Photographic Paper, Negatives, Tripod Bags and Camera Bags. This list is not exhaustive.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e788f288-1eae-40b9-8896-f039170c9585 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Oct 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £28,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH WESTERN UNIVERSITIES PURCHASING CONSORTIUM LIMITED |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 3HZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 24931000 - Photographic plates and films
- 32354300 - Photographic film
- 38650000 - Photographic equipment
- 79960000 - Photographic and ancillary services

## Release History

- 3 Oct 2019 at 15:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e788f288-1eae-40b9-8896-f039170c9585

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e788f288-1eae-40b9-8896-f039170c9585
  3rd October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nwupc/aspx/Home
  NWUPC Ltd Tendering Portal

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