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title: "GB-Leeds: Art & craft materials"
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buyer: "LEEDS ARTS UNIVERSITY"
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# GB-Leeds: Art & craft materials

Buyer: LEEDS ARTS UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74e50ca1-6afc-4ce4-9dda-447d0b93cc12

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## Summary

The procurement process, conducted by Leeds Arts University, involved the tender for art and craft materials, classified under the handicraft and art supplies industry. The total value of the contract is £522,828, with the tender period having ended on 26 January 2022. The contract will commence on 1 March 2022 and will last until 28 February 2026, allowing for delivery to various locations including the UK, Channel Islands, and British Overseas Territories. The procurement method details are not specified, and the current procurement stage is complete, having resulted in the award of the contract to Abacus Resources.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of goods, particularly those specialising in art and craft materials. Companies offering products such as paints, sketchbooks, and crafting tools would be well-positioned to compete in future tenders of a similar nature. With a long-term contract spanning four years, suppliers can expect consistent demand, making this a valuable avenue for business growth in the creative sector.

## Notice

Items to be procured include, but are not limited to, paints, paint brushes, sketchbooks, portfolios, pens, pencils, pastels, charcoal, inks, adhesives, crafting tools, cartridge paper, card, mountboard, newsprint, etc.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f4a0387-4b9e-4836-a447-3a18a2e56905 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2022 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £522,828 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £522,828 |
| 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 | LEEDS ARTS UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS8 1QS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Roundhay |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds North East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ABACUS RESOURCES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

### Codes

- 37800000 - Handicraft and art supplies

## Release History

- 10 Feb 2022 at 10:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f4a0387-4b9e-4836-a447-3a18a2e56905

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7f4a0387-4b9e-4836-a447-3a18a2e56905
  10th February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=647618822
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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