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title: "162RFQ12/16-01 - Craft Modelling and Sand"
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buyer: "ESPO"
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# 162RFQ12/16-01 - Craft Modelling and Sand

Buyer: ESPO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7147ef54-ddcc-47bd-96b1-22b793aa7127

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the buying organisation Espo, located in Leicester, England, seeking suppliers for the contract titled "162RFQ12/16-01 - Craft Modelling and Sand." This procurement initiative falls under the industry category of goods, with an estimated total value of £50,000, including options for extension up to 22 months. The tender period is scheduled to close at 12:00 noon on 23 December 2016, following an open procurement method that allows for a competitive bidding process.

This opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in supplying modelling tools, sand, and art materials. Businesses that can fulfil the requirements for innovative, quality supplies for educational or artistic purposes would be especially well-suited to respond to this tender. With the potential use of eAuction processes for award of subsequent contracts, there could be ongoing opportunities for successful suppliers in the framework agreement.

## Notice

Contract for the supply of paints and art materials for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester. Lot 1 - Supply of Modelling, Modelling Tools and Sand for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester. The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 22 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period. An eAuction process may be used to award subsequent call off contracts following the reopening of competition among the parties to the Framework Agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0b07e4c-8120-457a-9b46-6b751874d831 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jan 2017 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2017 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| 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 | ESPO |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE19 1ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Enderby |
| Westminster constituency | South Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | AB GEE OF RIPLEY; ARTSTRAWS; DECO-PAK; NEWCLAY PRODUCTS; SPECIALIST CRAFTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products
- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 14200000 - Sand and clay
- 37800000 - Handicraft and art supplies
- 44111700 - Tiles
- 44812100 - Enamels and glazes

## Release History

- 17 Feb 2017 at 15:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0b07e4c-8120-457a-9b46-6b751874d831
- 13 Dec 2016 at 15:46 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eed85d43-5b56-4002-ad2a-9f69ae83d264
- 13 Dec 2016 at 11:51 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eed85d43-5b56-4002-ad2a-9f69ae83d264
- 9 Dec 2016 at 16:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eed85d43-5b56-4002-ad2a-9f69ae83d264

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0b07e4c-8120-457a-9b46-6b751874d831
  17th February 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eed85d43-5b56-4002-ad2a-9f69ae83d264
  13th December 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.eastmidstenders.org
  East Mids Tenders

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