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title: "388RFQ12/16-01 - Batteries"
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# 388RFQ12/16-01 - Batteries

Buyer: ESPO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8bada93a-a375-4ec5-a989-dd0455bd82e6

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the buying organisation, Espo, seeking suppliers for the supply of batteries at their Distribution Centre in Leicester. The tender, titled "388RFQ12/16-01 - Batteries," falls within the goods category and specifically relates to alkaline and rechargeable batteries. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 22 December 2016. The contract period is set to commence on 1 February 2017 and will last until 31 January 2019. The total estimated value of the contract is £150,000, which includes an option to extend for a further 24 months.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses within the battery supply sector to engage with a public procurement contract and expand their operations. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, given the emphasis on inclusive procurement practices. The engagement in this framework agreement not only offers guaranteed supply chain work for the next two years but also the potential for growth through an extended contract duration.

## Notice

An RFQ for the supply of Batteries to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester. Lot 1 - Supply of retail packed alkaline, zinc carbon and rechargeable batteries to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester. The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period. Additional information: To tender: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity '388RFQ12/16-01' d) Express an interest (e) Download the tender from the website. Please note, the closing date for submission of tender is 12:00 noon, 22/12/2016.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f62ffc98-e598-44d7-94ea-a652be8452e2 |
| 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 | 20 Apr 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jan 2017 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2017 - 31 Jan 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PANASONIC ENERGY EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31411000 - Alkaline batteries
- 31440000 - Batteries

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2017 at 09:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f62ffc98-e598-44d7-94ea-a652be8452e2
- 20 Apr 2017 at 09:23 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dde4978e-9137-4260-b8c2-e7a65dde9767
- 9 Dec 2016 at 15:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dde4978e-9137-4260-b8c2-e7a65dde9767

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f62ffc98-e598-44d7-94ea-a652be8452e2
  20th April 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dde4978e-9137-4260-b8c2-e7a65dde9767
  20th April 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.eastmidstenders.org
  East Mids Tenders

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