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title: "Loose Furniture and Fitting to include Library, Archive Reading Room, Office and Visitor Area and Library Shelving for Kresen Kernow (Lots 1, 2, 3)"
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# Loose Furniture and Fitting to include Library, Archive Reading Room, Office and Visitor Area and Library Shelving for Kresen Kernow (Lots 1, 2, 3)

Buyer: CORNWALL COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-642ad603-33c8-4706-9c3e-19fe7e5c6b5a

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by Cornwall Council, seeking proposals for the provision and installation of loose furniture for the Kresen Kernow facility, which includes public and staff areas such as a library, archive reading room, and visitor areas. This tender encompasses three lots, with an estimated total value of £270,000 and is currently in the award stage. Key dates include the completion deadline for office furniture by 29 March 2019, and the overall contract period running from 15 March to 16 April 2019. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period concluded on 6 February 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in furniture supply and installation, particularly those capable of providing library, office, and reception-area furniture. Companies that attend the obligatory site visit on 11 January 2019 will gain crucial insights into local conditions and operational constraints, enhancing their bid's competitiveness. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as this contract may suit a diverse range of suppliers engaged in goods-related services within the office and library furniture category.

## Notice

Cornwall Council requires detailed and costed proposals for the loose furniture in the public and staff areas in Kresen Kernow. The office furniture needs to be completed by the 29th March 2019. Please note that the exact dates for installation are to be finalised in discussion with the Service Provider. The Service Provider will be responsible for the provision and installation of the furniture specified in the requirements document in the individual Lots. Lot 1 - Library, Archive Reading Room and Visitor Area Furniture - Cornwall Council requires detailed and costed proposals for the loose furniture in the public library, archive reading room and visitor areas in Kresen Kernow Estimated Total Value - PS170,000 Lot 2 - Library Shelving - The Service Provider will be responsible for the provision and installation of the library shelving to accommodate a minimum of 145 linear metres (maximum 180 linear metres) of book stock in the Cornish Studies library in Kresen Kernow. Estimated Total Value - PS40,000 Lot 3 - Office Furniture - The Service Provider will be responsible for the provision and installation of the office and meeting room furniture. Estimated Total Value - PS60,000 The work needs to be completed between 15th March - 16th April 2019. Please note that the exact dates for delivery and installation are to be finalised in discussion with the Service Provider and Archives and Cornish Studies Service. Site Visit - Kresen Kernow In addition, as a key part of this procurement process, any prospective tenderer will, at their own cost and risk, be expect to attend, or at least be represented at, the designated Provider Information Event to be held at Kresen Kernow on Friday 11 January 2019 at 0900 to 1400 (Kresen Kernow, Little Vauxhall, Redruth, TR15 1AS) This is a strictly escorted visit (Visitors should be able to access parking facilities in close proximity to Kresen Kernow) and will be the ONLY opportunity for potential bidders to familiarize themselves with local conditions, any potential operational constraints and ask any questions of the Kresen Kernow Project Lead and their support colleagues. Please use the Portal Messaging system to confirm the attendance and the names and job titles of those anticipated to be in attendance but due to the limited space in many areas of the existing buildings we need to limit the numbers to no more than 2 personnel per organisation. The main meeting point contact for assembly at Kresen Kernow: Deborah Tritton, Kresen Kernow Project Lead. Only if your company or its representative (s) is unable to attend at the last minute or unavoidably detained please advise Deborah Tritton, via either of the following means, as soon as possible: Telephone: 01872 323127 or Email: Deborah.tritton@cornwall.gov.uk Additional information: The Council uses a web-based system on the South West Portal found at www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk (DueNorth) to manage quote and tender processes. New users to the system must register on this site to obtain a username and password before gaining access to the system. All interaction with the Council in respect of this requirement will be conducted through the DueNorth system. In the event that you need to contact the Authority in relation to this opportunity please follow the instructions on the advert.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8901155e-53d8-4bdb-91f5-ea72055a1402 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Mar 2019 |
| Contract period | 2 Apr 2019 - 22 Jul 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £270,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £144,352 |
| 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 | CORNWALL COUNCIL |
| Locality | TRURO |
| Post town | Truro |
| Postcode | TR1 3AY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |
| ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |
| Local authority | Cornwall |
| Electoral ward | Truro Boscawen & Redannick |
| Westminster constituency | Truro and Falmouth |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DEMCO INTERIORS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 30190000 - Various office equipment and supplies
- 39131000 - Office shelving
- 39155000 - Library furniture
- 39156000 - Lounge and reception-area furniture

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2019 at 10:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8901155e-53d8-4bdb-91f5-ea72055a1402
- 7 Jan 2019 at 10:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06b6320b-ef4a-43a9-aff9-51e4388e1d60
- 2 Jan 2019 at 11:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a6d8ff4-e394-409c-9301-da8ecc028b3c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8901155e-53d8-4bdb-91f5-ea72055a1402
  8th April 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06b6320b-ef4a-43a9-aff9-51e4388e1d60
  7th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a6d8ff4-e394-409c-9301-da8ecc028b3c
  2nd January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com

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