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title: "W5044 The provision of vape starter kits and continuous supply"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-17"
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# W5044 The provision of vape starter kits and continuous supply

Buyer: WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fb543f40-3642-4359-99d7-f95e0e19d021

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## Summary

The procurement process conducted by Walsall Metro Borough Council focuses on the provision of vape starter kits and continuous supply, facilitated via the Unite platform. This initiative falls under the electronic marketplace retailing services industry category and targets the West Midlands region in the United Kingdom. The process has reached the Award stage, with the contract commencing on 9th February 2026 and concluding on 31st March 2029. Employing a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement, the contract is valued at £200,000, with key dates including the tender period’s end on 4th February 2026. The winning supplier, Unite Procurement UK Ltd, was officially announced on 9th February 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in electronic retailing services, particularly those with experience and capacity in supplying vaping products. Large enterprises engaged in similar services may find substantial growth prospects through collaboration with Walsall Metro Borough Council. The procurement process, although complete, highlights a strategic partnership with Unite Procurement UK Ltd, indicating a preference for established suppliers in the region. Businesses aiming to expand within government frameworks might consider similar opportunities where selective procurement methods are employed.

## Notice

The Council will use the Unite platform to purchase a range of vaping products in the form of vouchers or physical vapes. The Council is unlike to choose to purchase physical vapes and are intending to use vouchers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/945830b1-b1d2-4548-a898-8f75743a3ac9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £200,000 |
| 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 | WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WALSALL |
| Post town | Walsall |
| Postcode | WS1 1TP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG38 Walsall |
| Local authority | Walsall |
| Electoral ward | St Matthew's |
| Westminster constituency | Walsall and Bloxwich |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LTD (FORMERLY MERCATEO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66151100 - Electronic marketplace retailing services

## Release History

- 17 Feb 2026 at 16:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/945830b1-b1d2-4548-a898-8f75743a3ac9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/945830b1-b1d2-4548-a898-8f75743a3ac9
  17th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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