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title: "128RFQ12/16-01 - Art and Craft Paper"
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# 128RFQ12/16-01 - Art and Craft Paper

Buyer: ESPO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-91ae609d-a35a-44a2-bdf9-36eaf95ffba2

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the buying organisation, Espo, which is based in Leicester, England. The title of the tender is "128RFQ12/16-01 - Art and Craft Paper", classified under the industry category of "Art supplies". This open tender was published on 9th December 2016, and the submission deadline for tenders was set for 12:00 noon on 22nd December 2016. The contract period begins on 1st February 2017 and extends until 31st March 2019, with an estimated total value of £56,000. The contracting authority has indicated that the contract has the possibility to be extended for an additional 22 months.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) interested in supplying art and craft materials. Businesses specialising in manufacturing or distributing art supplies, particularly those capable of fulfilling bulk order requirements, are well-suited to compete for this contract. The inclusion of an eAuction process for subsequent orders further opens avenues for agile suppliers to engage in competitive bidding, making it essential for participants to demonstrate both quality and value in their offerings.

## Notice

Contract for the supply of art and craft papers for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester Lot 1 - Supply of Mixed Bulk Paper, Crepe Paper and Miscellaneous Paper Products for delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre, Leicester. The contract 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/9103b151-155e-49bb-a493-1f5234472031 |
| 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 | 15 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Jan 2017 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2017 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £56,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | BRIGHT IDEAS MARKETING; CREATIVITY INTERNATIONAL; SPECIALIST CRAFTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 37820000 - Art supplies

## Release History

- 15 Feb 2017 at 13:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9103b151-155e-49bb-a493-1f5234472031
- 15 Feb 2017 at 13:56 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83e97fc9-63d9-4c36-9097-9bf0eb8ac210
- 9 Dec 2016 at 11:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83e97fc9-63d9-4c36-9097-9bf0eb8ac210

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9103b151-155e-49bb-a493-1f5234472031
  15th February 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/83e97fc9-63d9-4c36-9097-9bf0eb8ac210
  15th February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.eastmidstenders.org
  East Mids Tenders

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