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title: "GB-Norwich: 16-019 RFQ - Furniture"
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# GB-Norwich: 16-019 RFQ - Furniture

Buyer: BROADLAND HOUSING ASSOCIATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8ace51e6-9d49-4ce3-90d0-e82c3c905930

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Broadland Housing Association involves the Request for Quotations (RFQ) titled "GB-Norwich: 16-019 RFQ - Furniture." This tender is focused on the provision of bedroom and living-room furniture for housing schemes targeting mainly elderly residents in the East of England region. The RFQ, classified under goods, is currently in the Tender stage with a submission deadline set for 20th February 2017. The total estimated contract value is £500,000, with a minimum threshold of £100,000, and the contract period is expected to commence on 3rd April 2017 and run until 1st April 2019. This procurement follows an open procedure, encouraging a wide range of submissions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in the manufacture or supply of furniture, particularly those that meet stringent fire safety regulations and relevant standards. Companies that can provide compliant, high-quality furniture solutions tailored for care homes and residences for elderly individuals will be well-positioned to compete effectively in this procurement process. Engaging in this contract could support business growth by establishing long-term partnerships with a reputable housing association.

## Notice

Broadland Housing Group (BHG) has a requirement for furniture items for its housing schemes. Many of these schemes are for elderly people. The purpose of this RFQ is to obtain a priced list of standard furniture items required at BHG's schemes, to be called off as and when required. Furniture must comply with the following regulations: *Furniture and Furnishing (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 (as amended in 1989 & 1993) *All upholstered items must have fire resistant filling material. *All upholstered items must pass the "match resistance test" as prescribed. *All upholstered items must also pass the "cigarette test" as prescribed. *Relevant safety standards: BS7176, BS7177 & BS5867 *Relevant safety standards: BS4875 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/e6ed8622-769f-4c87-b5ed-66e9bca23336 |
| 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 | 1 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Apr 2017 - 1 Apr 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 | BROADLAND HOUSING ASSOCIATION |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR1 1HU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Thorpe Hamlet |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 39100000 - Furniture
- 39140000 - Domestic furniture
- 39143000 - Bedroom, dining room and living-room furniture
- 39143100 - Bedroom furniture
- 39143120 - Bedroom furniture, other than beds and beddings
- 39143200 - Dining-room furniture
- 39143300 - Living-room furniture
- 39156000 - Lounge and reception-area furniture

## Release History

- 1 Feb 2017 at 11:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6ed8622-769f-4c87-b5ed-66e9bca23336

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6ed8622-769f-4c87-b5ed-66e9bca23336
  1st February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=237812307
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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