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title: "176_18 - The supply of stationery staplers, perforators and tackers"
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# 176_18 - The supply of stationery staplers, perforators and tackers

Buyer: ESPO  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e71bae98-c60b-4824-ba7f-e37643f7922b

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## Summary

The procurement process involves ESPO (East Midlands Strategic Procurement Organisation), which is seeking suppliers for a framework agreement titled "176_18 - The supply of stationery staplers, perforators and tackers." This procurement falls under the industry category of office supplies, specifically various office equipment. The tender process is currently complete, with the contract awarded on 13th January 2018, following an open procurement method. The contract is set to commence on 1st March 2018 and will run until 31st March 2019, with an option for a potential extension of up to 35 months. The estimated value of the contract is £880,000. The initial tender period had a closing date of 30th October 2017.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the supply of office equipment and supplies. Firms that manufacture or distribute staplers, perforators, and tackers, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary and community sector organisations (VCSEs), should consider participating in this framework agreement. The open nature of the procurement process allows for competition, and businesses can potentially benefit from follow-on contracts awarded over its duration. Additionally, the diverse range of public bodies eligible to utilise this framework expands the market opportunities for successful bidders.

## Notice

Framework for the supply of staplers, perforators and tackers for stock delivery to the ESPO Distribution Centre and direct delivery to individual customer establishments. Lot 1: Perforators Lot 2: Staplers Lot 3: Tackers Lot 4: Design Range of Staplers and Perforators The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 35 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. As a Central Purchasing Body as defined by the EU Procurement Directive 2014/24/EU, the Framework Agreement is open for use by Public Bodies (defined https://www.espo.org/ESPO/media/Documents/FAQs/ESPO-s_powers_to_trade__website_-2016-12-22.pdf) that also fall into one of the following classifications of user throughout all administrative regions of the UK: Local Authorities; Educational Establishments (including Academies); Central Government Departments and Agencies; Police, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard Emergency Services; NHS and HSC Bodies, including Ambulance Services; Registered Charities; Registered Social Landlords; or any public body established by or under the Scotland Act 1998 or any Act of the Scottish Parliament. Details of the classification of end user establishments and geographical areas is available on: http://www.espo.org/About-us-%281%29/FAQs/Legal To tender: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity 176_18 d) Express an interest (e) Download the tender from the website. Please note: the closing date for submission of tenders is 12:00 noon, 30/10/2017 Additional information: To tender: (a) Go to www.eastmidstenders.org, (b) Register (c) Search for tender opportunity 176_18 d) Express an interest (e) Download the tender from the website. Please note: the closing date for submission of tenders is 12:00 noon, 30/10/2017

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdab7bda-33a2-4943-b3f7-f17a6404500b |
| 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, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jan 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jan 2018 |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £880,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £880,000 |
| 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 | 4 |
| Supplier names | ACCO BRANDS; BANNER GROUP; EASTPOINT; RAPESCO OFFICE PRODUCTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30190000 - Various office equipment and supplies
- 30192000 - Office supplies
- 30197000 - Small office equipment
- 30197300 - Letter openers, staplers and hole punches
- 30197320 - Staplers
- 30197330 - Hole punches

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2018 at 12:44 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdab7bda-33a2-4943-b3f7-f17a6404500b
- 2 Oct 2017 at 08:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdab7bda-33a2-4943-b3f7-f17a6404500b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdab7bda-33a2-4943-b3f7-f17a6404500b
  2nd October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.eastmidstenders.org
  Est Mids Tenders

## Notice URLs

- http://www.espo.org/
- http://www.espo.org/About-us-%281%29/FAQs/Legal
- https://www.espo.org/ESPO/media/Documents/FAQs/ESPO-s_powers_to_trade__website_-2016-12-22.pdf

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