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title: "GB-Kings Lynn: Tools for Scholarship Construction Students"
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# GB-Kings Lynn: Tools for Scholarship Construction Students

Buyer: CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TRAINING BOARD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74677017-9eca-4b25-bda5-1717f68fee98

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## Summary

The public procurement process involves the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), which is sourcing tools for scholarship construction students under the title "GB-Kings Lynn: Tools for Scholarship Construction Students." This procurement falls under the industry category of "Miscellaneous hand tools" and is located in King's Lynn, UK. The tender is currently in the active stage, having been published on 4th May 2018. Interested suppliers must submit their bids by 14th May 2018, with the contract period set to commence on 4th June 2018 and concluding on 30th April 2021. The procurement method being utilised is an open procedure, with a total contract value of £100,000, including a minimum value of £50,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in the supply of tools and equipment for the construction sector. The CITB's initiative, backed by the Barry & Peggy High Foundation, aims to provide quality tools to approximately 30 to 40 apprentices each year, fostering skills development in the trade. Businesses that can provide high-quality, durable tools, particularly portable power tools, would be well-placed to compete for this contract, ultimately benefiting from increased sales and market presence in the educational and training sectors.

## Notice

CITB in conjunction with funding from the Barry & Peggy High Foundation ("the donors") are providing funding up to the value of PS500 per apprentice for approximately 30 to 40 apprentices per year for 3 years to allow them access to high quality tools, including high cost items such as portable power tools to support development in their trade or profession. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1242b94e-01dd-4907-9198-c7478cbc3c01 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Jun 2018 - 30 Apr 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY TRAINING BOARD |
| Locality | KING'S LYNN |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE31 6RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH52 North and West Norfolk |
| Local authority | King's Lynn and West Norfolk |
| Electoral ward | Bircham with Rudhams |
| Westminster constituency | North West Norfolk |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44512000 - Miscellaneous hand tools

## Release History

- 4 May 2018 at 15:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1242b94e-01dd-4907-9198-c7478cbc3c01

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1242b94e-01dd-4907-9198-c7478cbc3c01
  4th May 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Kings-Lynn:-Tools-for-Scholarship-Construction-Students/MQ5357ZX5S
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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