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title: "R&D/042/P-160 Purchase of PVD coating of curved beads"
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# R&D/042/P-160 Purchase of PVD coating of curved beads

Buyer: SPARKFUND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e674101a-bce3-4202-b11c-41213b785509

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by SparkFund involves an open tender for the purchase of PVD coating of unique glass beads, specifically suited for the creative industry. The tender, identified as R&D/042/P-160, was published on 11th May 2020, with a deadline for submission set for 1st June 2020. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on glass beads and is located in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. The expected contract period begins on 2nd June 2020 and concludes on 29th January 2021.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in creative materials and coatings. Companies with expertise in the production or supply of glass beads, especially those familiar with the unique requirements of the creative industry, would be well-positioned to compete effectively. Engagement in this procurement can facilitate business growth and expansion within an emerging niche market.

## Notice

R&D/042/P-160 Purchase of PVD coating of curved beads A SparkFund business would like to procure the services of a specialist supplier of unique glass beads for the creative industry. Please visit our website for further details www.spark-fund.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13cafc7b-52b3-4e6c-988e-c4723e6c9794 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2020 - 29 Jan 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | SPARKFUND |
| Locality | HULL |
| Post town | Hull |
| Postcode | HU6 7RX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull North and Cottingham |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44113500 - Glass beads

## Release History

- 11 May 2020 at 16:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13cafc7b-52b3-4e6c-988e-c4723e6c9794

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/13cafc7b-52b3-4e6c-988e-c4723e6c9794
  11th May 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY159775
  NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.spark-fund.co.uk

## Provenance

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