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title: "STEM General Furniture RFQ"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX"
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# STEM General Furniture RFQ

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c99296f2-2a93-42ec-a8ef-cf411a07c9d4

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## Summary

The UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX is seeking suppliers for the "STEM General Furniture RFQ," which aims to provide general furniture for its Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM) building. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically classified as office furniture (CPV code 39130000). The procurement method is a limited competitive quotation, with a total contract value of £100,000 GBP. The tender period ended on 21 December 2017, while the contract period is set to commence on 3 January 2018 and conclude on 3 September 2018. Suppliers interested in participating were required to register on the Delta e-sourcing platform and use the access code 774YBPHF8J.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in office furniture to expand their market presence and gain experience in public procurement. Given the University of Essex's need for quality furniture tailored for educational settings, businesses that focus on innovative designs, ergonomic solutions, and reliable delivery would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process could not only lead to immediate sales but also enhance the company's credentials for future public sector opportunities.

## Notice

General furniture required for the Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) building Additional information: If you are interested in this RFQ opportunity please register on the Delta e-sourcing platform. Please note the access code for the RFQ is: 774YBPHF8J.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19cde9a2-6b17-4d2d-a662-434bdc6e8aa9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jan 2018 |
| Contract period | 3 Jan 2018 - 3 Sep 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £99,561 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 3SQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Wivenhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Harwich and North Essex |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SHOWCASE INTERIORS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 39130000 - Office furniture

## Release History

- 9 Jan 2018 at 10:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19cde9a2-6b17-4d2d-a662-434bdc6e8aa9
- 8 Dec 2017 at 13:03 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8559e617-fbcc-4691-a622-148f606cc775
- 8 Dec 2017 at 12:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8559e617-fbcc-4691-a622-148f606cc775

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19cde9a2-6b17-4d2d-a662-434bdc6e8aa9
  9th January 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8559e617-fbcc-4691-a622-148f606cc775
  8th December 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier
  Delat portal link

## Provenance

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